pluralism

noun

plu·ral·ism ˈplu̇r-ə-ˌli-zəm

: the holding of two or more offices or positions (such as benefices) at the same time

: the quality or state of being plural

: a theory that there are more than one or more than two kinds of ultimate reality

: a theory that reality is composed of a plurality of entities

: a state of society in which members of diverse ethnic, racial, religious, or social groups maintain and develop their traditional culture or special interest within the confines of a common civilization

: a concept, doctrine, or policy advocating this state

pluralist

ˈplu̇r-ə-list

adjective or noun

pluralistic

ˌplu̇r-ə-ˈli-stik

adjective

pluralistically

ˌplu̇r-ə-ˈli-sti-k(ə-)lē

adverb

Examples of pluralism in a Sentence

He spoke of the benefits of cultural pluralism. She's a champion of pluralism.

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At no time of year is our pluralism more brilliantly on display than during these winter holidays. —

Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024 In recent years, al-Golani has sought to remake the group's image, cutting ties with al-Qaida, ditching hard-line officials and vowing to embrace pluralism and religious tolerance. —

Bassem Mroue and Zeina Karam, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Dec. 2024 This approach fosters opportunity pluralism, promoting multiple pathways to jobs, careers, and human flourishing. —

Bruno V. Manno, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 Formerly Southern Baptist-affiliated, Belmont has sought other opportunities to maintain its Christian heritage while also promoting more religious pluralism. —

Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 27 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pluralism