islamism

noun

1. 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

Definition categories: group

2. 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

- Islam is a complete way of life, not a Sunday religion

Similar word(s): islam

Definition categories: thought, monotheism