Listen it is not my definition. Now I suggest you write to Websters and take your peeve up with them. Definition of ISM 1: a distinctive doctrine, cause, or theory 2: an oppressive and especially discriminatory attitude or belief http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ism Here is the link to contact them, http://www.merriam-webster.com/info/contact.htm?&t=1284948614 Or you can write them, Mailing Address: Merriam-Webster, Inc. 47 Federal Street P.O. Box 281 Springfield, MA 01102 Now please I'd prefer to drop it. I'm in no mood for personal attacks because you have a problem with a definition.