"sinisterism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From sinister + -ism. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|sinister|ism}} sinister + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} sinisterism (uncountable)
  1. A sinister atmosphere. Tags: uncountable
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