Conspiracism

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Pronunciation: /kənˈspɪrəsɪzəm/

Definitions of conspiracism

noun the tendency to explain historical or current events in terms of secret conspiracies

Example Sentences

A1 Conspiracism is the belief in secret plans by powerful forces to control events.

A2 Some people are drawn to conspiracism because they feel a lack of control in their lives.

B1 Conspiracism can be harmful as it promotes distrust and division in society.

B2 Those who engage in conspiracism often reject evidence that contradicts their beliefs.

C1 The rise of conspiracism in the age of social media has led to the spread of misinformation on a global scale.

C2 Psychologists study the psychological factors that contribute to the development of conspiracism in individuals.

Examples of conspiracism in a Sentence

formal Conspiracism is the belief in or the propagation of conspiracy theories.

informal Some people are drawn to conspiracism because it offers simple explanations for complex events.

slang I can't stand all the conspiracism going on in the chat groups.

figurative His mind was a breeding ground for conspiracism, always seeing hidden motives behind every action.

Grammatical Forms of conspiracism

past tense

conspiracized

plural

conspiracisms

comparative

more conspiracistic

superlative

most conspiracistic

present tense

conspiracism

future tense

will conspiracize

perfect tense

has conspiracized

continuous tense

is conspiracizing

singular

conspiracist

positive degree

conspiracist

infinitive

to conspiracize

gerund

conspiracizing

participle

conspiracized

Origin and Evolution of conspiracism

First Known Use: 1967 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'conspiracism' is derived from the term 'conspiracy theory' which originated in the 19th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the belief in conspiracy theories, 'conspiracism' has evolved to encompass a broader concept of a worldview that sees major historical events as the result of secret conspiracies orchestrated by powerful groups.