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Definition of bohemianism
bohemianism
/boʊˈhiːmiənɪzəm/
bo · he · mi · an · ism
Plural:bohemianisms
•Adjective:bohemian
bohemianism Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
6
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• noun
1
The practice of an unconventional, nonconformist lifestyle, often in the company of like-minded people and characterized by few permanent ties and a devotion to arts, literature, or music.
Example
"During the 1920s, the neighborhood became a famous haven for bohemianism, attracting avant-garde painters and poets from across the continent."
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Coined in the mid-19th century from 'bohemian' plus '-ism', modeled on the French 'bohémien', which originally referred to the Romani people who were mistakenly believed by the French to have arrived from Bohemia.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bohemianism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bohemianism