noun

associationalism

associationalism

Associationalism is a key concept in political theory.

Associationalism is a key concept in political theory.

((noun)) a political theory emphasizing voluntary groups Associationalism is a key concept in political theory.

Synonyms: pluralism

From 'associate' + '-ion' + '-al' + '-ism'. 'Associate' comes from Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'sociare' (to unite), from 'socius' (ally). '-ism' denotes a belief or doctrine.

Think of 'association' (a group) + '-ism' (a belief system). It's the belief in the importance of voluntary associations in society.

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