Fundamentalism

Pronunciation: /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəˌlɪzəm/

Fundamentalism (noun)

  1. A strong belief in traditional ideas, often in religion, that does not accept change or modern views.
  2. A political movement that seeks to return to traditional values and reject modern influences.

Examples

  • A strict belief system can lead to conflict in society.
  • A political movement can arise from a strict belief system.

Common collocations: adopt fundamentalism, reject fundamentalism, support fundamentalism, oppose fundamentalism

Synonyms of Fundamentalism

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Fundamentalism

  • — often promotes flexibility in beliefs.
  • — encourages acceptance of diverse beliefs.