ESSENTIALISM
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Essentialism.
Essentialism - as a noun
The view that objects have properties that are essential to them.
The view that all members of certain groups of people (such as those with the same race, gender, age, or sexual orientation) have common, essential traits inherent to the defining feature of the group; behavior or statement(s) that reflect such a view.
The doctrine that there are certain traditional concepts, values, and skills that are essential to society and should be taught to all students.
A lifestyle that seeks to minimize nonessentials in order to focus on what is important.
The theory that human beings are by nature (i.e. essentially) good and that evil is the product of society.
Example Sentences
"He argued for the essentialism of gender, suggesting that there are inherent differences between men and women."
"The concept of essentialism has been widely debated in the field of cultural studies."
"The belief in essentialism can lead to stereotyping and prejudice."
"The book explores the implications of essentialism in relation to identity politics."
"The artist's work challenged the notion of essentialism in art by blurring the boundaries between different mediums."
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Is ESSENTIALISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, essentialism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ESSENTIALISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ESSENTIALISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, essentialism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordESSENTIALISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is ESSENTIALISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, essentialism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordESSENTIALISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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