pluralism
noun
plu·ral·ism
ˈplu̇r-ə-ˌli-zəm 
1
: the holding of two or more offices or positions (such as benefices) at the same time
2
: the quality or state of being plural
3
a
: a theory that there are more than one or more than two kinds of ultimate reality
b
: a theory that reality is composed of a plurality of entities
4
a
: a state of society in which members of diverse ethnic, racial, religious, or social groups maintain and develop their traditional culture or special interest within the confines of a common civilization
b
: a concept, doctrine, or policy advocating this state
Examples of pluralism in a Sentence
He spoke of the benefits of cultural pluralism.
She's a champion of pluralism.
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This unconventional column is based on value pluralism — the idea that each of us has multiple values that are equally valid but that often conflict with each other.
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Sigal Samuel, Vox, 21 Jan. 2025
In the decades after World War II, countries with a long experience of colonial pluralism tended to remain democratic, with electoral reforms deepening over time.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Seymour argues that today’s far-right groups seek to harness resentment, humiliation, and suffering across class lines in a revolt against the liberal way of life—defined notably by pluralism and social inclusion.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
Written by Sigal Samuel, this unconventional column is based on value pluralism — the idea that each of us has multiple values that are equally valid but that often conflict with each other.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 6 Jan. 2025
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Sigal Samuel, Vox, 21 Jan. 2025
In the decades after World War II, countries with a long experience of colonial pluralism tended to remain democratic, with electoral reforms deepening over time.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Seymour argues that today’s far-right groups seek to harness resentment, humiliation, and suffering across class lines in a revolt against the liberal way of life—defined notably by pluralism and social inclusion.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
Written by Sigal Samuel, this unconventional column is based on value pluralism — the idea that each of us has multiple values that are equally valid but that often conflict with each other.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Pluralism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pluralism. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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