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formalism
/ˈfɔːməlɪzəm/
noun
formalizm
Definition
Strict adherence to prescribed forms, especially in art, religion, or philosophy, often at the expense of content or meaning.
Examples
The artist rejected formalism in favor of emotional expression.
Artysta odrzucił formalizm na rzecz ekspresji emocjonalnej.
Excessive formalism can stifle creativity and innovation.
Nadmierny formalizm może tłumić kreatywność i innowacyjność.
Synonyms
Collocations
legal formalismaesthetic formalismempty formalism
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