Example: The political pluralism in the country encouraged diverse viewpoints.
Definition
"Pluralism" refers to a social or political system in which multiple groups, beliefs, or interests coexist and have the opportunity to influence decision-making. It emphasizes diversity and the acceptance of different perspectives within a society or organization.
The word "pluralism" originates from the Latin word 'pluralis,' meaning 'more than one.' It was adapted into English in the late 19th century to describe systems recognizing multiple entities or principles. Did you know? The concept gained prominence in political theory as a way to oppose authoritarian or monolithic rule.
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"Pluralism" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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