Americanism

noun

Amer·​i·​can·​ism ə-ˈmer-ə-kə-ˌni-zəm 

-ˈmər-,

-ˈme-rə-

1

: a characteristic feature of American English especially as contrasted with British English

2

: attachment or allegiance to the traditions, interests, or ideals of the U.S.

3

a

: a custom or trait peculiar to America

b

: the political principles and practices essential to American culture

Word History

First Known Use

1779, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing Americanism

• Pan-Americanism

Rhymes for Americanism

• absolutism
• adventurism
• aestheticism
• africanism
• agnosticism
• alcoholism
• anabolism
• anachronism
• anglicanism
• antagonism
• arianism
• asceticism

Kids Definition

Americanism

noun

Amer·​i·​can·​ism ə-ˈmer-ə-kə-ˌniz-əm 

1

: a word or meaning of a word that is common only in American English

2

: loyalty to the traditions, interests, or standards of the U.S.

3

: a custom or attitude common only to Americans