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plu·ral·ism
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monism
Philosophy. (in metaphysics) any of various theories holding that there is only one basic substance or principle as the ground of reality, or that reality consists of a single element. Compare dualism (def 2), pluralism (def 1a). (in epistemology) a theory that the object and datum of cognition are identical. Compare pluralism (def 1b). -
cultural pluralism
a condition in which minority groups participate fully in the dominant society, yet maintain their cultural differences. -
dualism
the state of being dual or consisting of two parts; division into two. -
plurality
the excess of votes received by the leading candidate, in an election in which there are three or more candidates, over those received by the next candidate (distinguished from majority).