Structuralism

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Structuralism

Structuralism (/strʌkˈtʃʊərəlɪzəm/) is a theoretical paradigm that emphasizes that elements of culture, such as language, myths, and fashion, must be understood in terms of their relationship to a larger, overarching system or structure. It originated in the early 20th century in the fields of anthropology, psychology, and linguistics.

Etymology

The term "structuralism" is derived from the word "structure," which comes from the Latin "structura," meaning "a fitting together, building." The "-ism" suffix, from the Greek "-ismos," indicates a practice or system. Thus, "structuralism" refers to the practice or system of relating elements to a larger structure.

Related Terms

  • Anthropology: The scientific study of humans, human behavior and societies in the past and present.
  • Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
  • Linguistics: The scientific study of language and its structure.
  • Culture: The arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement regarded collectively.
  • Myth: A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events.
  • Fashion: A popular or the latest style of clothing, hair, decoration, or behavior.

See Also

  • Post-structuralism: A late 20th-century development in philosophy and literary criticism, which is a response to structuralism.
  • Semiotics: The study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.
  • Phenomenology: The philosophical study of the structures of experience and consciousness.

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