syncretistic

Meanings

• noun

  The merging of different beliefs, practices, or deities into a single system.

  - "The syncretistic practices of ancient Greece led to the blending of gods from different cultures."
  - "The syncretistic nature of Voodoo religion is evident in its combination of African and Catholic elements."

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Variants

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syncretism , syncretisms , syncretist , syncretistic , syncretists

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Etymology

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From Greek synkratēs 'agreeing together' + -ismos 'doctrine'.

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Trivia

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1. Syncretism is not limited to religion and can also be observed in language, art, and music.

2. One famous example of syncretism in literature is T.S. Eliot's 'The Waste Land', which draws from various religious and mythological traditions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Acculturation: The process of cultural exchange and adoption between different groups, leading to the blending of cultures.

2. Assimilation: The process by which one group absorbs the culture of another, often resulting in syncretistic practices.

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Culture

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Syncretism is a common phenomenon in religious studies and has been observed in various cultures throughout history, including ancient Egypt, Rome, and Greece. It often arises when different groups come into contact with each other and their respective belief systems.

How to Memorize "syncretistic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a Venn diagram with two overlapping circles representing two different belief systems. The areas of overlap represent the syncretistic elements.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a melting pot, where different cultures and beliefs blend together to create something new.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Syncretism: Where two or more beliefs agree to exist as one.

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