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Elenco di Parole Livello C2 - Cultura e Costume

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
iconoclast
iconoclast
[sostantivo]

a person who challenges or rejects established beliefs, customs, or values, often with the intent to provoke change or expose flaws

iconoclasta

iconoclasta

Ex: The philosopher was an iconoclast, questioning every moral assumption of his time. 
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iconoclasm
iconoclasm
[sostantivo]

the rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical

iconoclastia, la distruzione delle immagini religiose

iconoclastia, la distruzione delle immagini religiose

Ex: The Byzantine Iconoclasm of the 8th and 9th centuries was a period of religious controversy and conflict characterized by the destruction of religious images and icons. 
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mores
mores
[sostantivo]

the customs and values of a society that characterize it

costumi

costumi

Ex: The mores of a traditional society often dictate strict gender roles and expectations for behavior. 
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ethnography
ethnography
[sostantivo]

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

etnografia, studio etnografico

etnografia, studio etnografico

Ex: The anthropologist conducted ethnography in a remote Amazonian tribe, living with the community to document their customs and traditions. 
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counterculture
counterculture
[sostantivo]

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

controcultura, movimento contraculturale

controcultura, movimento contraculturale

Ex: The Beat Generation of the 1950s and 1960s is considered a counterculture movement, rejecting conventional norms through literature, art, and lifestyle. 
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totem
totem
[sostantivo]

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

totem, emblema sacro

totem, emblema sacro

Ex: The totem of the tribe, a majestic eagle, stood tall as a symbol of unity and shared ancestry. 
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mannerism
mannerism
[sostantivo]

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

manierismo, particolarità

manierismo, particolarità

Ex: The artist's mannerism was evident in the exaggerated proportions and elongated figures present in many of his paintings. 
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conventionality
conventionality
[sostantivo]

conformity with accepted ideas, practices, or standards of thought and behavior

convenzionalità, conformismo

convenzionalità, conformismo

Ex: His conventionality made him popular in the traditional community. 
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credo
credo
[sostantivo]

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

credo, professione di fede

credo, professione di fede

Ex: The Nicene Creed is a well-known Christian credo that articulates fundamental beliefs about the nature of God and Christ. 
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precept
precept
[sostantivo]

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

precetto, principio guida

precetto, principio guida

Ex: "Honesty is the best policy" is a precept often emphasized to instill the value of truthfulness in individuals. 
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pageantry
pageantry
[sostantivo]

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

la pompa, lo sfarzo

la pompa, lo sfarzo

Ex: The opening ceremony of the Olympics is a dazzling display of pageantry, featuring artistic performances and the parade of participating nations. 
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syncretism
syncretism
[sostantivo]

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

sincretismo, fusione culturale

sincretismo, fusione culturale

Ex: The city's fashion scene reflects a syncretism of global styles and local traditions. 
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multiculturalism
multiculturalism
[sostantivo]

the belief that cultural diversity within a society should be respected

multiculturalismo

multiculturalismo

Ex: Multiculturalism celebrates the richness of cultural diversity and recognizes the contributions of different ethnic, religious, and linguistic groups to society. 
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subculture
subculture
[sostantivo]

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

sottocultura, subcultura

sottocultura, subcultura

Ex: The goth subculture, characterized by its dark fashion and music preferences, often congregates in alternative clubs and events. 
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folklore
folklore
[sostantivo]

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

folclore, tradizioni popolari

folclore, tradizioni popolari

Ex: Folklore encompasses a wide range of cultural expressions, including myths, legends, fairy tales, folk songs, and folk dances. 
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soiree
soiree
[sostantivo]

an elegant gathering or party that is usually held in the evening

serata

serata

Ex: The ambassador hosted a lavish soiree at the embassy, inviting diplomats, dignitaries, and local elites. 
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endogamy
endogamy
[sostantivo]

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

endogamia, matrimonio all'interno dello stesso gruppo

endogamia, matrimonio all'interno dello stesso gruppo

Ex: In some communities, endogamy is encouraged to preserve cultural traditions. 
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ritualism
ritualism
[sostantivo]

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

ritualismo, cerimonialismo

ritualismo, cerimonialismo

Ex: The tribal ritualism included dancing around the fire to appease the gods. 
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animism
animism
[sostantivo]

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

animismo

animismo

Ex: Animism is evident in cultures where natural elements, like trees or rivers, are believed to possess spiritual significance. 
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matrilineal
matrilineal
[aggettivo]

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

matrilineare, relativo alla linea materna

matrilineare, relativo alla linea materna

Ex: In matrilineal tribes, inheritance comes from mothers. 
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patrilineal
patrilineal
[aggettivo]

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

patrilineare

patrilineare

Ex: In a patrilineal society, family lineage is determined by the father's side. 
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acculturational
acculturational
[aggettivo]

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

acculturativo, relativo all'acculturazione

acculturativo, relativo all'acculturazione

Ex: Studying abroad offers acculturational experiences in different cultures. 
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