Diffusionism Definition

difyo͝oshənizəm
noun
The theory that certain similar practices, inventions, etc. that exist among different cultures or peoples are solely or primarily the result of diffusion as opposed to independent discovery or development.
Webster's New World

The belief that changes in one culture are caused by diffusion of ideas from another, especially the West.

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