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iconoclast
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iconoclasta

iconoclasta

an individual who criticizes and attacks beliefs, ideas, customs, etc. that are generally cherished or accepted

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The philosopher was known as an iconoclast for his relentless criticism of traditional religious beliefs and social norms.
She gained a reputation as an iconoclast in the literary world for her scathing critiques of established literary conventions.
iconoclasm
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(iconoclastia)

(iconoclastia)

iconoclasmo

the rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical

hegemony
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(prevalenza)

egemonia

the dominance or control exercised by one group, entity, or state over others, especially in the realms of politics, culture, or ideology

descent
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(origine)

(origine)

discendenza

the origin or lineage of a person in terms of family, nationality, or ancestry

egalitarianism
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(egualitarismo)

(egualitarismo)

egalitarismo

the belief in and advocacy for the equal rights, opportunities, and treatment of all individuals, regardless of their gender, race, social class, or other distinguishing characteristics

mores
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costumi

costumi

the customs and values of a society that characterize it

ethnocentrism
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(etnocentricità)

(etnocentricità)

etnocentrismo

the tendency to evaluate and judge other cultures or groups based on the standards and values of one's own, often resulting in a belief in the superiority of one's own culture or group

diaspora
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(dispersione)

(dispersione)

diaspora

the dispersion or scattering of a community or ethnic group from their ancestral or original homeland

ethnography
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(studio etnografico)

(studio etnografico)

etnografia

the in-depth study of people and cultures through direct observation and interaction

counterculture
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(cultura alternativa)

(cultura alternativa)

controcultura

a social and cultural movement that emerges in opposition to prevailing mainstream norms, values, and practices

totem
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(totem sacro)

(totem sacro)

totem

a natural object, often an animal or plant, that is considered sacred and serves as a symbol or emblem for a particular group, clan, or family

mannerism
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(maniera distintiva)

(maniera distintiva)

manierismo

a distinctive style, behavior, or way of doing things that is characteristic of a particular individual, group, or period

conventionality
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(conformismo)

(conformismo)

convenzionalità

the adherence to established customs, practices, or standards that are widely accepted within a particular society, culture, or group

credo
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(credo religioso)

(credo religioso)

credo

a formal statement of beliefs or principles, often religious or philosophical in nature

precept
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(principio guida)

(principio guida)

precetto

a guiding principle, intended to provide moral guidance or a basis for behavior

pageantry
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(cerimonia)

(cerimonia)

scenografia

the elaborate display or ceremonial spectacle associated with public events, celebrations, or formal occasions

syncretism
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(sincretica)

(sincretica)

sincretismo

the merging of diverse cultural elements, styles, or traditions to create something unique

xenophobia
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xenofobia

xenofobia

an unreasonable dislike or prejudice against strangers or people of a different nation

multiculturalism
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multiculturalismo

multiculturalismo

the belief that cultural diversity within a society should be respected

nationalism
subculture
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(microcultura)

(microcultura)

sottocultura

a group within a larger culture that shares distinctive values, norms, and behaviors, often differing from those of the dominant culture

folklore
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(tradizioni popolari)

(tradizioni popolari)

folklore

the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and legends of a particular community, usually passed down through generations by word of mouth

What is "folklore"?

Folklore refers to the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and practices of a community or culture that are passed down through generations. It includes myths, legends, fairy tales, and rituals that reflect the values, history, and worldview of the people. Folklore is often shared orally or through cultural practices, and it helps to preserve and communicate the identity and heritage of a group.

endogamy
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(marrimonio endogamico)

(marrimonio endogamico)

endogamia

the practice of marrying within one's own social, ethnic, or cultural group

exogamy
ritualism
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(ritualità)

(ritualità)

ritualismo

the act of sticking to old customs and ceremonies in a culture, focusing on doing things the traditional way

animism
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animismo

animismo

the belief in spirits residing within natural elements, objects, and living beings

coronation
coronation
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(incoronazione)

(incoronazione)

coronazione

the formal ceremony or event during which a monarch or sovereign is officially crowned and invested with regal authority

matrilineal
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(di discendenza materna)

(di discendenza materna)

matrilineare

related to a cultural system where lineage and inheritance are traced through the mother's side of the family

patrilineal
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(patrilineo)

(patrilineo)

patrilineare

related to a cultural system where lineage and inheritance are traced through the father's side of the family

acculturational
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(relativo all'acculturazione)

(relativo all'acculturazione)

acculturazionale

relating to the process of acquiring or adapting to the cultural norms, customs, and practices of a different or dominant culture

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