1. Plural of iconoclasm; the destruction of religious images or sacred objects, or the rejection of established beliefs and traditions.
Usage: Typically used in historical, religious, or cultural contexts; Can refer to literal destruction of images or metaphorical rejection of ideas

Examples

• The iconoclasms of the Protestant Reformation led to the destruction of many medieval artworks.
• Her artistic iconoclasms challenged conventional notions of beauty and representation.
• Historical iconoclasms often reflected deeper religious and political conflicts.
• The movement's iconoclasms against traditional authority inspired a generation of rebels.
• Medieval iconoclasms were driven by theological disputes over the veneration of images.
• Modern iconoclasms in literature question established narrative structures and genres.