noun
- Plural of antiliberalism; political or ideological movements, doctrines, or positions that oppose liberalism and its principles such as individual rights, democratic governance, and free markets.
Usage: Usually used in academic, political, or historical contexts; Refers to organized opposition to liberal ideology rather than individual instances
Examples
- Scholars have studied various antiliberalisms that emerged in Europe during the twentieth century.
- The rise of antiliberalisms in recent years has challenged traditional democratic institutions.
- Different antiliberalisms emphasize different critiques, from nationalist to socialist perspectives.
- Political theorists debate the common features shared by diverse antiliberalisms.
- The book examines how antiliberalisms have shaped contemporary political movements.