charlatanism

American

[shahr-luh-tn-iz-uhm] / ˈʃɑr lə tnˌɪz əm /

noun

the practice or method of a charlatan.
an instance of this.

Etymology

Origin of charlatanism

First recorded in 1795–1805; charlatan + -ism

Example Sentences

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Charlatanism was too important a part for such a man to play, and sincerity too insignificant a one.

From What is Property? by Proudhon, P.-J. (Pierre-Joseph)

Charlatanism seized mesmerism, as it has everything new, and brought its healing potencies into disgrace by its ignorance and pretensions.

From Studies in the Out-Lying Fields of Psychic Science by Tuttle, Hudson

"Charlatanism in politics does not appeal to me," she said, drily.

From A Lost Leader by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)

Charlatanism is the only 'open sesame' to the world's cave, once you get inside you may be as honest as you please.

From Love's Usuries by Creswicke, Louis

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