purismi
Purismi, or linguistic purism, is an ideology and set of practices that seek to preserve the perceived purity or autonomy of a language by limiting foreign influence, especially loanwords, calques, and non-native grammatical forms. Proponents argue that purism protects national identity, stabilizes the language, and improves cultural continuity, while critics contend that it can hinder communication, reinforce prescriptive norms, and resist useful innovation.
The concept appears in many language communities and has taken various forms. In French, purisme has historically
Purismi often intersects with broader language planning, national identity, and education. In practice, purist approaches may