pluralism

• Sustantivo que designa un sistema o principio que reconoce y valora la diversidad, por ejemplo en el contexto social, cultural o religioso, o una doctrina filosófica según la cual la realidad se compone de múltiples elementos fundamentales.

A noun referring to a system or principle that acknowledges and accommodates diversity, such as in social, cultural, or religious contexts, or a philosophical doctrine that reality consists of multiple fundamental elements.

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1. Social diversityC1formal

   A system or principle in which different social, ethnic, racial, or religious groups coexist and are accepted within a society.

   Pluralismo social

   • Pluralism is a key feature of modern democratic societies.
   • The country's cultural pluralism is celebrated through various festivals.
   • Respect for pluralism helps reduce social tensions.

   Sinónimoscoexistencediversitymulticulturalism

   Antónimosconformityhomogeneityuniformity

2. Philosophical doctrineC2formal

   The philosophical view that reality is composed of multiple distinct substances or principles, rather than a single one.

   Pluralismo (doctrina filosófica)

   • Pluralism in philosophy rejects the idea of a single ultimate reality.
   • The debate between monism and pluralism has ancient roots.
   • William James was a prominent advocate of philosophical pluralism.

   Antónimosmonism

3. Ecclesiastical practiceC2formalbritish

   The practice of holding more than one church office or benefice at the same time.

   Pluralismo eclesiástico

   • Pluralism was common in the medieval church.
   • The bishop condemned the practice of pluralism among clergy.
   • Reforms in the 19th century aimed to reduce pluralism in the church.

   Sinónimosplurality