Pluralism
Example: The political pluralism in the country helped prevent authoritarian rule.
Definition
"Pluralism" is the condition or system in which multiple distinct groups, beliefs, or interests coexist and have influence within a society or political structure, often promoting diversity and preventing dominance by a single entity. For example, political pluralism ensures multiple parties can participate in governance.
Etymology
The word "pluralism" originates from the Latin root 'pluralis,' meaning 'more than one,' combined with the suffix '-ism,' which denotes a practice or system. It was first used in English in the early 19th century to describe the coexistence of multiple groups or principles within a society. Did you know that the concept of pluralism has been important in philosophy and politics to encourage tolerance and diversity?
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"Pluralism" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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