pluralistic

[ ploor-uh-lis-tik ]

adjective

1. Philosophy. of or relating to pluralism, the theory that there is more than one basic substance or principle:

   A pluralistic account of the nature of truth needs to look at truth in a specific domain, as opposed to what constitutes truth per se.

2. Sociology. of or relating to cultural pluralism, the doctrine that society benefits from minority groups participating fully in the dominant society while maintaining their cultural differences:

   The building of pluralistic and democratic societies relies on creating spaces within which respectful and purposeful intercultural and interreligious dialogues can take place.

3. allowing for different ideas, methods, etc., or made up of differing elements:

   The school encourages pluralistic approaches to learning, allowing individuals to follow their own personal strengths and learning styles.

Other Words From

• plu·ral·is·ti·cal·ly adverb
• non·plu·ral·is·tic adjective
• un·plu·ral·is·tic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pluralistic¹

pluralist + -ic

Example Sentences

Donald Trump is moving very quickly with his “shock and awe” plans to rule as an autocrat who views multiracial pluralistic democracy and its system of checks and balance as an impediment to his power.

From Salon

In the most basic sense, the 2024 election can be understood as a referendum on the direction of America and the future of pluralistic multiracial democracy.

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If put back in power, Trump and his regime will work tirelessly to end America’s multiracial pluralistic democracy.

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Is support for violence as a means of bringing about the end of multiracial pluralistic secular democracy and society almost a prerequisite for such beliefs?

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Moreover, Trump and the Republican fascists have suffered few political penalties for their racist and white supremacist language, behavior, and policies — and their general contempt for multiracial and pluralistic democracy.

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