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for·mal·ism
 formalism
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- pronunciation:
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noun |
| definition: |
rigorous adherence to or observance of traditional forms, as in religious practice or artistic expression.
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| derivations: |
formalistic (adj.), formalistically (adv.), formalist (n.) |
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