Cakeism

Pronunciation: /keɪkɪzəm/

Definitions of cakeism

noun a belief or ideology that prioritizes having or eating cake over other considerations or responsibilities

Example Sentences

A1 Cakeism is the belief that eating cake will solve all problems.

A2 She often resorts to cakeism when faced with difficult situations.

B1 Cakeism can be a coping mechanism for some people during stressful times.

B2 The concept of cakeism may seem silly to some, but it can provide comfort to others.

C1 Cakeism is a form of escapism that allows individuals to temporarily forget their troubles.

C2 Some psychologists believe that cakeism can be a harmful way to avoid dealing with real issues.

Examples of cakeism in a Sentence

formal Cakeism is a term used to describe the practice of advocating for both sides of an argument in order to avoid making a decision.

informal I can't stand people who engage in cakeism, just pick a side already!

slang Stop cakeism-ing and make up your mind!

figurative Her cakeism approach to politics leaves everyone confused about where she really stands.

Grammatical Forms of cakeism

• past tense: caked
• plural: cakeisms
• comparative: more cakeist
• superlative: most cakeist
• present tense: cake
• future tense: will cake
• perfect tense: have caked
• continuous tense: is caking
• singular: cakeism
• positive degree: cakeist
• infinitive: to cake
• gerund: caking
• participle: caked

Origin and Evolution of cakeism

First Known Use: 2005 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'cakeism' is believed to have originated as a colloquial term in British English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a humorous or sarcastic manner to describe someone who wants to have their cake and eat it too, the term has evolved to also imply a sense of hypocrisy or inconsistency in one's beliefs or actions.