Syncretism (Noun)
Meaning 1
The union (or attempted fusion) of different systems of thought or belief (especially in religion or philosophy); "a syncretism of material and immaterial theories".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The blending of ancient Greek and Roman deities with local Celtic gods in Roman Britain is a notable example of syncretism in the history of European paganism.
- In his philosophical treatise, the author attempted to create a syncretism of Eastern and Western thought, combining elements of Buddhism and existentialism.
- The Afro-Caribbean religion of Vodou is a syncretism of traditional African practices and Catholicism, reflecting the complex cultural heritage of Haiti.
- The artist's use of both realistic and abstract techniques in her paintings represents a syncretism of modern and postmodern styles.
- The theologian's work was criticized for its syncretism of Christian and pagan ideas, which some saw as watering down the core principles of the faith.
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Meaning 2
The fusion of originally different inflected forms (resulting in a reduction in the use of inflections).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.