Definitions for syncretism
ˈsɪŋ krɪˌtɪz əm, ˈsɪn-syn·cretism

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. syncretismnoun

   the union (or attempted fusion) of different systems of thought or belief (especially in religion or philosophy)

   "a syncretism of material and immaterial theories"

2. syncretismnoun

   the fusion of originally different inflected forms (resulting in a reduction in the use of inflections)

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. syncretismnoun

   The reconciliation or fusion of different systems or beliefs (or the attempt at such fusion)

2. syncretismnoun

   The fusion of different inflexional forms

3. Etymology: syncretismus, from συγκρητισμός, from συγκρητίζω, from σύν (English syn-) + Κρῆτες (English Cretans). Surface analysis is “Crete joining together”.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Syncretism

   Syncretism () is the practice of combining different beliefs and various schools of thought. Syncretism involves the merging or assimilation of several originally discrete traditions, especially in the theology and mythology of religion, thus asserting an underlying unity and allowing for an inclusive approach to other faiths. Syncretism also occurs commonly in expressions of art and culture, known as eclecticism, as well as in politics, known as syncretic politics.

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1. syncretism

   Syncretism is the combination or fusion of different beliefs, philosophies, religions, cultures, or schools of thought. It involves merging or assimilation of several originally discrete traditions, especially in theology and mythology, resulting in an entirely new system. It typically focuses on reconciling contradictory or conflicting aspects to create coherence in its integration.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Syncretismnoun

   attempted union of principles or parties irreconcilably at variance with each other

2. Etymology: [Gr. , fr. to make two parties join against a third: cf. F. syncrtisme.]

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1. Syncretism

   Syncretism is the combining of different beliefs, often while melding practices of various schools of thought. Syncretism involves the merger and analogizing of several originally discrete traditions, especially in the theology and mythology of religion, thus asserting an underlying unity and allowing for an inclusive approach to other faiths. Syncretism also occurs commonly in expressions of arts and culture as well as politics.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:3.0 / 1 vote

1. Syncretism

   sin′kre-tizm, n. the attempted reconciliation of irreconcilable principles, theological compromise—between Catholics and Protestants, between Lutherans and Reformed.—adj. Syncret′ic, pertaining to syncretism, tending to blend opposing parties and speculative systems by minimising differences.—v.t. Syn′cretise.—n. Syn′cretist.—adj. Syncretis′tic. [Gr. synkrētismos—synkrētizein, to unite against.]

The Nuttall EncyclopediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Syncretism

   name given to an attempted blending of different, more or less antagonist, speculative or religious systems into one, such as Catholic and Protestant or Lutheran and Reformed.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of syncretism in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

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   The numerical value of syncretism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=syncretism
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Syncretism
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syncretism
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/syncretism
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=syncretism
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=syncretism
8. ^ The Nuttall Encyclopedia
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/12342/pg12342-images.html#Syncretism