vegetarianism
What is another word for vegetarianism? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The practice of following a vegetarian diet.
We haven't recorded synonyms for vegetarianism yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use vegetarianism
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
practise vegetarianism
strict vegetarianism
convert to vegetarianism
ethical vegetarianism
It is a neutral term, used in both everyday and formal writing.
Etymology
It is formed from vegetarian plus the suffix -ism. It has been recorded since around 1847, when the British Vegetarian Society was founded.
Full origin of vegetarianism →Frequently asked questions
What is vegetarianism?
Vegetarianism is the practice of following a vegetarian diet.
How do you pronounce vegetarianism?
In British English it is roughly 'vej-ih-TAIR-ee-uh-niz-um', with the stress on 'tair'.
Is vegetarianism the same as veganism?
No. They are related but separate words, and veganism has its own entry.
