modernism

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) Modern or contemporary ideas, thought, practices, etc.
  • (countable) Anything that is characteristic of modernity.
  • Any of several styles of art, architecture, literature, philosophy, etc., that flourished in the 20th century.
  • A religious movement in the early 20th century that tried to reconcile Roman Catholic dogma with modern science and philosophy.

Etymology

Suffix from English modern.

Origin

English

modern

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