xenocentricism

Example:The critic's work on Orientalism was a groundbreaking critique of occidentalism and how it shapes our understanding of non-Western cultures.

Definition:The belief in or bias towards Western culture and values, often to the detriment of non-Western cultures.

Example:Educators should strive to avoid ethnocentrism and instead promote cross-cultural understanding among students.

Definition:The practice of judging other cultures by the standards of one's own culture, often leading to misunderstandings and stereotypes.

Example:The event promoted a cosmopolitan spirit of international cultural exchange among the attendees.

Definition:The belief in or practice of an international or global perspective, often seen as a form of xenocentricism in the context of cultural appreciation.