orientalization

[US]/[ˌɔːrɪˈɛntəlɪzeɪʃən]/
[UK]/[ˌɔːrɪˈɛntəlɪzeɪʃən]/

Translation

n.The process of adapting Western art, literature, or music to incorporate elements of Eastern styles or themes.; The act of portraying or representing something in an Orientalist manner.; The adoption of Eastern customs or aesthetics, often in a superficial or stereotypical way.

Phrases & Collocations

orientalization process

avoiding orientalization

orientalization studies

historical orientalization

orientalization discourse

perpetuating orientalization

challenging orientalization

orientalization effects

critiquing orientalization

orientalization narratives

Example Sentences

the museum's exhibit heavily featured orientalization of japanese culture.

western literature often falls into the trap of orientalization when depicting the middle east.

academic critiques have challenged the problematic nature of orientalization in postcolonial studies.

the film's orientalization of the setting created a stereotypical and inaccurate portrayal.

orientalization can reinforce harmful stereotypes and misrepresent diverse cultures.

he accused the author of perpetuating orientalization through their romanticized descriptions.

the tourist brochure promoted a superficial form of orientalization, lacking cultural depth.

understanding the concept of orientalization is crucial for decolonizing narratives.

orientalization frequently simplifies complex histories and cultural nuances.

the play's use of orientalization proved to be a significant point of controversy.

scholars have analyzed the historical roots of orientalization in european thought.

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