Islamism

Meaning

Noun

  • The religion of Muslims; Islam.
  • A popular reform movement advocating the reordering of government and society in accordance with laws prescribed by Islam.
  • (by extension) Islamic fundamentalism, especially the forms that promote violence, hostility, and persecution of non-believers.

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Origin

  • From Islam + -ism. Compare French islamisme.

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