- formalism (n.)
[formalism 词源字典]
- 1840, "strict adherence to prescribed forms," from formal + -ism. Used over the years in philosophy, theology, literature, and art in various senses suggesting detachment of form from content, or spirituality, or meaning; or belief in the sufficiency of formal logic. Related: Formalist.[formalism etymology, formalism origin, 英语词源]