Accommodationism

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. The tendency to reconcile conflicting ideologies to achieve unity is a hallmark of social engagement in diverse communities
2. The practice of adapting or yielding to different beliefs and ideas to foster peaceful coexistence
3. A strategy that involves making compromises to harmonize opposing opinions for social stability

Etymology: Accommodationism is a modern coinage built from two older words. "Accommodation" traces back to Latin "accommodare," meaning to fit one thing to another, formed from "ad" (toward) and "commodus" (fitting, suitable). The English "-ism" ending comes from Greek "-ismos" through Latin and French, and it is used to name a doctrine, attitude or practice. So the noun simply means the practice or attitude of accommodating, that is, adjusting one's position to fit others. The word's sense of compromise grows naturally from that core idea of making things fit together. Accommodation came to mean reaching a settlement or making allowances, and adding "-ism" turned that readiness to adjust into a named policy or outlook, especially in disputes where one side seeks peace by yielding some ground.