noun
- Plural of fusionism; political or ideological movements or doctrines that seek to combine or blend different parties, factions, or principles into a unified whole.
Usage: Primarily used in political discourse; Often refers to historical or contemporary coalition-building efforts
Examples
- The various fusionisms of the 19th century attempted to unite competing political factions.
- Conservative fusionisms have historically tried to reconcile different ideological wings.
- Political historians study fusionisms as examples of strategic party realignment.
- The party's fusionisms with smaller groups strengthened its electoral position.
- Fusionisms in electoral politics often emerge during periods of political instability.