culture war
The term "culture war" describes ideological conflicts over values, beliefs, and cultural norms within a society.
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Definition
C1Sociology
(general)A conflict between social groups with different values, beliefs, and practices.
Example
- The debate over same-sex marriage is often cited as an example of a culture war.
C1Politics
(general)A struggle for cultural dominance between opposing ideological groups, often manifesting in public discourse and policy debates.
Example
- The culture war between liberals and conservatives has intensified in recent years.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "culture war":