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alienism

noun
alien·​ism | \ ˈā-lē-ə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce alienism (audio) , ˈāl-yə-\

Definition of alienism

: alienage

Examples of alienism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 In this way, the British fell victim to insecurity, anti-alienism, and disillusionment with their political leaders. — Martin Pugh, Slate Magazine, "Fascism’s Warning Signs," 14 Apr. 2017

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First Known Use of alienism

1783, in the meaning defined above

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