syncretism

Definition of Syncretism in English :

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Noun

1. syncretism

the union (or attempted fusion) of different systems of thought or belief (especially in religion or philosophy)

Example Sentences:
'a syncretism of material and immaterial theories'

2. syncretism

the fusion of originally different inflected forms (resulting in a reduction in the use of inflections)

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Syncretism

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noun

1.

the tendency to syncretize

2.

the historical tendency of languages to reduce their use of inflection, as in the development of Old English with all its case endings into Modern English

Syncretism

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noun

1.

a combination, reconciliation, or coalescence of varying, often mutually opposed beliefs, principles, or practices, esp. those of various religions, into a new conglomerate whole typically marked by internal inconsistencies

2. Linguistics

a.

the merging into one of two or more differently inflected forms

b.

the resulting identity between two or more inflected forms of a word (Ex.: past tense twisted in “She twisted the handle” and past participle twisted in “the twisted vine”)

Syncretism

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n.

1. Reconciliation or fusion of differing systems of belief, as in philosophy or religion, especially when success is partial or the result is heterogeneous.

2. Linguistics The merging of two or more originally different inflectional forms.

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