Definitions

1. noun

The social and economic system in which peasants are the dominant class, often characterized by a lack of social mobility and economic inequality.

“The rise of peasantism in medieval Europe led to significant changes in the feudal system.”

2. noun

A system of social organization in which peasants are the primary producers of goods and services, often with limited access to education and economic opportunities.

“Critics argue that the current economic system is a form of peasantism, perpetuating poverty and inequality.”