alienism

noun

alien·​ism ˈā-lē-ə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce alienism (audio)
ˈāl-yə-

Word History

Etymology

alien entry 2 + -ism

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of alienism was in 1783

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Cite this Entry

“Alienism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alienism. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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