noun
Rare academic term referring to the blending or reconciliation of different religious beliefs and practices. Often used in religious studies contexts. The cross-reference シンクレティズム (syncretism) is the more common loanword equivalent.
See also: シンクレティズム
In this region, one can observe syncretism between Buddhism and indigenous beliefs.
諸教混淆は宗教史の重要なテーマである。
Syncretism is an important theme in religious history.