mobbism

/ˈmɒbɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A tendency to behave like a mob, characterized by a lack of individual responsibility and a willingness to follow the crowd.

“The politician’s mobbism was criticized in the media for its divisive rhetoric.”

2. noun

A type of behavior where a group of people act in an aggressive or violent manner towards others.

“The police department was concerned about the mobbism that had been rising in the city’s downtown area.”

Synonyms

  • mob mentality
  • mob rule

Antonyms

  • individualism
  • rationality