metricism

/mɛtrɪˈsɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A system or method of measurement based on the metric system.

“The company adopted metricism for all its manufacturing processes.”

2. noun

Prejudice or bias in favor of the metric system.

“The metricism of some scientists hindered the development of new measurement technologies.”

Synonyms

  • metrication
  • metrification

Antonyms

  • imperialism
  • nonmetricism