Europeanisation (Noun)
Meaning
Assimilation into European culture.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The country's membership in the European Union led to rapid Europeanisation, as the nation's customs and practices became more aligned with those of its continental neighbours.
- Over time, the influence of European art and literature on the nation's creative scene resulted in a distinct Europeanisation of its aesthetic sensibilities.
- Critics argue that the widespread adoption of Western cultural norms is eroding traditional identities through the process of Europeanisation.
- Historians note that the centuries-long period of Europeanisation transformed the continent's formerly diverse regional identities into a shared European cultural consciousness.
- Efforts to preserve cultural heritage and prevent assimilation have gained traction as some groups express concern about the Europeanisation of indigenous cultures.