fundamentalism
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/ˌfʌndəˈmentəlɪzəm/
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/ˌfʌndəˈmentəlɪzəm/
noun
R
A strict belief in the exact truth of religious texts, often leading to a refusal to accept other ideas.
The rise of religious fundamentalism has caused concern among many communities.
R
A strict adherence to the basic principles of any belief or field of study.
Some critics argue that free-market fundamentalism can lead to economic instability.
translation
A strict belief in the exact truth of religious texts, often leading to a refusal to accept other ideas.; A strict adherence to the basic principles of any belief or field of study.
Word Forms
Plural
fundamentalisms