iconoclasts

Meanings

• noun

  A person who attacks and destroys traditional beliefs, ideas, or institutions.

  - "The iconoclasts of the Renaissance destroyed many religious artifacts."
  - "Some people consider Mark Twain an iconoclast for his satirical writings."

• noun

  A person who advocates or practices the destruction of religious images.

  - "The Byzantine Emperor Constantine V was known as an iconoclast for his destruction of religious icons."
  - "The iconoclasts of the Protestant Reformation rejected the veneration of saints and their images."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with iconoclasts
aston , bastard , cast , castanet , fasten , last , past , mast , vast

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Variants

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iconoclast , iconoclastic , iconoclastically , iconoclasts

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Forms

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iconoclastic (adjective), iconoclastically (adverb)

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'eikon-klastes', meaning 'image-breaker'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'iconoclast' was first used in the context of the Byzantine Empire in the 8th century.

2. Iconoclasts were not always religious dissenters; some were political rebels who opposed the ruling powers.

3. Iconoclasm is not limited to Christianity; it has been practiced in other religions as well, such as Islam and Buddhism.

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Related Concepts

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1. Heresy: A belief or practice that is contrary to the official doctrine of a religion.

2. Revolution: A fundamental change in power or organizational structures, often brought about by a large-scale movement.

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Culture

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Iconoclasts have been significant figures throughout history, particularly during periods of religious and political upheaval. They have been depicted in literature, art, and music, often as rebels or revolutionaries. In modern times, the term 'iconoclast' is used more broadly to describe anyone who challenges traditional beliefs or institutions.

How to Memorize "iconoclasts"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person breaking or destroying an image or statue.
   - Visualize a person challenging traditional beliefs or institutions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of breaking or destroying something.
   - Link the word with the concept of challenging traditional beliefs.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'I' is the first letter of 'iconoclast', and 'icon' means image, so 'iconoclast' is someone who 'clasts' or breaks 'icons'.

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