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Owenism

[ oh-uh-niz-uhm ]

noun

  1. the socialistic philosophy of Robert Owen.


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Other Words From

  • Owen·ist Owen·ite noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of Owenism1

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; Owen + -ism

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Example Sentences

On this point, as well as upon their conception of socialism, the syndicalists are not advanced beyond Owenism.

As Owenism advanced, the argument took a more distinct form.

On the failure of Owenism he went to America, where some of his works popularising medical science have had a large circulation.

And that is the reason why, since the dying-out of Owenism, there has been no Socialism in England.

I have preached or lectured ten times in the last eight days, and finished my season in criticism on Owenism to-night.

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