centrism
|cen/trism|
B2
/ˈsɛntrɪzəm/
political moderation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'centrism' originates from the Latin word 'centrum', meaning 'center'.
Historical Evolution
'centrum' evolved into the French word 'centrisme', and eventually became the modern English word 'centrism'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'being in the center', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'political moderation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a political ideology that involves acceptance or support of a balance of a degree of social equality and a degree of social hierarchy.
Centrism often appeals to those who prefer moderate policies.
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