anomie
nounfemininetécnico/ɐnumiɐ/low
a·no·mi·a
Definition
A state of absence or disintegration of social norms, laws, or values, leading to a disorganization of society or the individual.
The period of political transition was marked by deep social anomie.
The anomie felt by the youth was reflected in the rise in crime.
Common collocations
state of anomiesocial anomie
Etymology
Do grego 'anomia', através do francês 'anomie'.