Owenism

[ oh-uh-niz-uhm ]

noun

1. the socialistic philosophy of Robert Owen.

Other Words From

• Owen·ist Owen·ite noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Owenism¹

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; Owen + -ism

Example Sentences

On this point, as well as upon their conception of socialism, the syndicalists are not advanced beyond Owenism.

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As Owenism advanced, the argument took a more distinct form.

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On the failure of Owenism he went to America, where some of his works popularising medical science have had a large circulation.

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And that is the reason why, since the dying-out of Owenism, there has been no Socialism in England.

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I have preached or lectured ten times in the last eight days, and finished my season in criticism on Owenism to-night.

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