-ism

name of a certain system

Usage

  • cronyism

    Cronyism is the practice of appointing your friends to favorable positions, especially political ones.

  • nepotism

    Nepotism is the unfair use of power to show special favor, such as giving jobs or benefits to family and friends.

  • totalitarianism

    Totalitarianism is the political concept or principle that those in power should have complete control and all citizens should totally subject themselves to the state.

  • capitalism

    an economic system based on private ownership of capital

  • dadaism

    a nihilistic art movement (especially in painting) that flourished in Europe early in the 20th century

  • ecumenicism

    (Christianity) the doctrine of the ecumenical movement that promotes cooperation and better understanding among different religious denominations: aimed at universal Christian unity

  • fascism

    a political theory advocating an authoritarian hierarchical government (as opposed to democracy or liberalism)

  • mysticism

    a religion based on mystical communion with an ultimate reality

  • nationalism

    love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it

  • pantheism

    (rare) worship that admits or tolerates all gods

  • philistinism

    a desire for wealth and material possessions with little interest in ethical or spiritual matters

  • socialism

    a political theory advocating state ownership of industry

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