egalitarianism
|e-gal-i-tar-i-an-ism|
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/ɪˌɡælɪˈtɛriənɪzəm/
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/ɪˌɡælɪˈteərɪənɪzəm/
belief in equality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'egalitarianism' originates from the French word 'égalitaire', where 'égal' meant 'equal'.
Historical Evolution
'égalitaire' transformed into the English word 'egalitarian', and eventually became 'egalitarianism' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a belief in equality'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a belief in human equality, especially with respect to social, political, and economic rights and privileges.
The new policy was rooted in egalitarianism, aiming to provide equal opportunities for all citizens.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35