pluralistic
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/ˌplʊrəˈlɪstɪk/
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/ˌplʊərəˈlɪstɪk/
diverse coexistence
Etymology
'pluralistic' originates from the Latin word 'pluralis,' which means 'more than one.'
The term 'pluralistic' evolved from the concept of 'pluralism,' which was first used in the early 19th century to describe a philosophical doctrine.
Initially, it referred to the philosophical idea of multiple realities, but now it is widely used to describe societies with diverse cultural or ethnic groups.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or advocating a system in which two or more states, groups, principles, sources of authority, etc., coexist.
The country is known for its pluralistic society where multiple cultures coexist.
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