Definitions

1. noun

A distinctive and usually characteristic practice, system, or doctrine.

“The new management style was just another corporate ism.”

2. noun

A doctrine or theory, especially one based on a particular philosophy or ideology.

“The ism of the movement was socialism.”

3. noun

A distinctive manner or style of doing something.

“The ism of the artist’s paintings was evident in the bold colors.”

4. verb

To adopt or support an ism or a particular ideology or philosophy.

“The politician’s party began to ism the new economic policies.”