powwowism

/pauwoʊɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a system or spirit of powwowing; a characteristic or principle of powwow culture.

“The anthropologist studied the powwowism of the Native American tribe to understand their spiritual practices.”

2. noun

a tendency to organize or participate in powwows, especially as a hobby or fascination.

“The young man’s powwowism led him to attend powwow events all over the country.”

Synonyms

  • Native American spirituality
  • powwow culture

Antonyms

  • materialism
  • secularism