academicism
|ac-a-dem-i-cism|
/əˈkædəˌmɪsɪzəm/
strict academic adherence
Etymology
'academicism' originates from the French word 'académisme', which is derived from 'académie', meaning 'academy'.
'académisme' transformed into the English word 'academicism' during the 19th century.
Initially, it referred to the practices of academic institutions, but over time it evolved to describe a rigid adherence to academic methods.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a formal academic quality or style, often characterized by a focus on traditional or established methods and theories.
The professor's lecture was filled with academicism, focusing heavily on classical theories.
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Noun 2
a tendency to adhere strictly to academic principles or methods, sometimes at the expense of practical considerations.
His academicism often led to debates about the relevance of his research.
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