islamism Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a fundamentalist Islamic revivalist movement generally characterized by moral conservatism and the literal interpretation of the Koran and the attempt to implement Islamic values in all aspects of life
  2. noun the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran
    Muhammadanism; Mohammedanism; Muslimism; Islam.
    • Islam is a complete way of life, not a Sunday religion
    • the term Muhammadanism is offensive to Muslims who believe that Allah, not Muhammad, founded their religion

WordNet

Is"lam*ism noun
Etymology
Cf. F. islamisme.
Definitions
  1. The faith, doctrines, or religious system of the Mohammedans; Mohammedanism; Islam.

Webster 1913