exoticism
noun
ex·ot·i·cism
ig-ˈzä-tə-ˌsi-zəm 
variants
or less commonly exotism
: the quality or state of being exotic
Examples of exoticism in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Our conversation, and Kondo’s book, show that Japanese philosophy’s popularity isn’t just about aesthetic allure or cultural exoticism.
—
Big Think, 22 Oct. 2025
The show itself is a caricature of true crime: a corny narrator, cringe-worthy B-roll, exoticism, and cheesy music.
—John J. Lennon
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
They were also associated with holiness and exoticism.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 24 Sep. 2025
The ensuing decades saw an ever-increasing influx of travelers, lured by Bali’s entrancing exoticism and hospitality.
—Alexandra Kirkman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for exoticism
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Big Think, 22 Oct. 2025
The show itself is a caricature of true crime: a corny narrator, cringe-worthy B-roll, exoticism, and cheesy music.
—John J. Lennon
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
They were also associated with holiness and exoticism.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 24 Sep. 2025
The ensuing decades saw an ever-increasing influx of travelers, lured by Bali’s entrancing exoticism and hospitality.
—Alexandra Kirkman, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for exoticism
Cite this Entry
“Exoticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exoticism. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share