Citicism

/sɪˈtɪsɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The state, quality, or characteristics of being a citizen or relating to citizenship in a city or state.

Etymology

From 'citiz-' (citizen, derived from 'city') plus '-ism' (condition or system). This term describes the cultural and civic identity associated with urban membership.

Kelly Says

Citicism captures something modern citizenship studies explore—the sense of belonging to an urban community, which is different from just living in a place.

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