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Definition of pluralism
1 : the holding of two or more offices or positions (such as benefices) at the same time
2 : the quality or state of being plural
3a : a theory that there are more than one or more than two kinds of ultimate realityb : a theory that reality is composed of a plurality of entities
4a : 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 civilizationb : a concept, doctrine, or policy advocating this state
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Examples of pluralism in a Sentence
He spoke of the benefits of cultural pluralism.
She's a champion of pluralism.
Recent Examples of pluralism from the Web
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It was seen as a significant breakthrough in promoting religious pluralism in Israel, where the ultra-Orthodox authorities govern almost every facet of Jewish life.
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The downside of the pluralism is that everything cycles through so much more quickly and feels so much more expendable.
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Macron also knew how to assemble a legislative party by crowdsourcing support and building candidacies based on five principles: gender parity, renewal of the political class; probity; political pluralism; and attachment to his governing project.
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America has largely responded to the challenges of diversity and pluralism by pushing moral language out of public life.
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The organization is actively engaged in a wide range of issues, including religious pluralism; the status of women at home and in the workplace; and the prevention of domestic violence.
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Comments from analysts and editorials in the local news largely supported Mr. Basuki and raised concerns about the future of Indonesia’s constitutionally enshrined pluralism.
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In Western capitals, Indonesia has traditionally been seen as a bulwark of tolerance and pluralism in the Islamic world.
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But American religious pluralism nevertheless evolved under the broader theological aegis of Protestantism, rooted in the traditions of northern Europe.
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First Known Use of pluralism
1772
Other Philosophy Terms
PLURALISM Defined for English Language Learners
pluralism
playDefinition of pluralism for English Language Learners
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: a situation in which people of different social classes, religions, races, etc., are together in a society but continue to have their different traditions and interests
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: the belief that people of different social classes, religions, races, etc., should live together in a society
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