Pronunciation: /kənˈspɪrəsɪzəm/
noun the tendency to explain historical or current events in terms of secret conspiracies
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.
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.
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