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Grade 7
(i-con-o-clasm) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the action of attacking or assertively rejecting established beliefs and institutions, particularly in religious contexts, often associated with the destruction of religious images or icons.

Example Sentence

Their religious group practices iconoclasm.

More Example Sentences

His iconoclasm challenged the traditional views held by society.

Synonyms

image breaking; heresy; rebellion

Antonyms

conformity; acceptance; adherence

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Rhymes

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