purism Meaning & Definition
What Does Purism Mean?
Purism is used as a noun meaning An insistence on pure or unmixed forms. The desire to use words and forms derived from what is considered the native element in a given language instead of elements considered borrowed or foreign. It can also mean The desire to use words and forms derived from what is considered the native element in a given language instead of elements considered borrowed or foreign.
Purism Definition (Noun)
- An insistence on pure or unmixed forms. The desire to use words and forms derived from what is considered the native element in a given language instead of elements considered borrowed or foreign.
- The desire to use words and forms derived from what is considered the native element in a given language instead of elements considered borrowed or foreign.
- An insistence on the traditionally correct way of doing things.
- An example of purist language etc.
Synonyms of Purism
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Purism synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
purism (countable and uncountable, plural purisms)
Origin of Purism
From French purisme. By surface analysis, pur(e) + -ism.