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unit 1 lesson 5
unit 1 lesson 5 "ism" "ist" "-ology" "-ologist"
Term | Definition |
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Hedonist | one who lives for pleasure and sensual delights |
Chronology | arrangement of events in order of their occurence |
Etymology | the study of original meanings |
Populism | political philosophy that aims to distribute wealth to the people |
Activist | one who advocates vigorous action to achieve social change |
Fatalist | one who believes that events are predetermined and beyond human control |
Plagiarism | use of another person's written words without citation |
Theology | the study of god |
Cadiologist | a heart specialist |
Optimist | one who looks for the good and expects the best |
Fascist | one who believes a governmental system led by a dictator having complete power, forcibly suppressing opposition and criticism, regimenting all industry, commerce, etc., and emphasizing an aggressive nationalism and often racism. |
Chauvinist | a person who believes one gender is superior to the other |
Nihilist | a person who believes in absolutely nothing |
Populist | a person who believes in enriching the middle class |
Individualist | a person who is independent and does not rely on others |
Capitalist | a person who believes that money makes money |
Darwinist | a person who believes in evolution |
Humanist | a person who believes that mankind is capable of greatness |
Environmentalist | a person who believes that the planet must be saved |
Archeologist | a person who believes in artifacts monuments |
Plagiarist | a person who copies others work |
Pessimist | a person who habitually sees or anticipates the worst or is disposed to be gloomy. |
Anthropologist | a person who believes on human beings' similarity to and divergence from other animals |