vegetarianism

[ vej-i-tair-ee-uh-niz-uhm ]

noun

1. the beliefs or practices of a vegetarian.

Word History and Origins

Origin of vegetarianism¹

First recorded in 1850–55; vegetarian + -ism

Example Sentences

But California, the state that first put vegetarianism on the map in the early 20th century, has been leading the country on plant-based school lunch.

From Salon

But once she read the book that inspired her father’s vegetarianism, John Robbins’ ”Diet for a New America,” “It was like a light bulb went off,” she said, “and this lifestyle became mine.”

From Los Angeles Times

So, Vance’s willingness to have his wife mention vegetarianism in her prime-time speech seems to some observers like a perception-bucking decision.

From Los Angeles Times

Multiple observers who watched Usha Vance’s speech said the line about vegetarianism appeared to be an attempt to humanize her husband.

From Los Angeles Times

“How do you take these two systems ... and reconcile them? The meat and potatoes — the white nationalism that JD Vance is trying to get credentialed in — and Usha Vance’s vegetarianism,” Ray said.

From Los Angeles Times