Definition of "apocalypticism" []

• Belief in apocalyptic prophecies, especially regarding the imminent destruction of the world and the foundation of a new world order as a result of the triumph of good over evil. (noun)

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• "They encourage what I call apocalypticism and everyone you don't like becomes Hitler or Stalin."
• "I know it's hard to say "apocalypticism," but this is very important stuff."
• "In addition, the set covers topics specific to the era, such as apocalypticism, guilds, food riots, royal mistresses and lovers, the Spanish inquisition, Utopia and others."