privatism

noun

pri·​vat·​ism ˈprī-və-ˌti-zəm How to pronounce privatism (audio)
: the attitude of being uncommitted to or avoiding involvement in anything beyond one's immediate interests

Word History

Etymology

private

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of privatism was in 1931

Dictionary Entries Near privatism

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“Privatism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/privatism. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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