1. Plural of millenarianism; beliefs or movements centered on the expectation of a thousand-year period of peace, prosperity, or divine rule, often associated with religious prophecy or apocalyptic thought.
Usage: Usually used in academic, historical, or religious contexts; Often refers to multiple distinct religious or ideological movements

Examples

• Scholars have studied various millenarianisms throughout history, from early Christian sects to modern utopian movements.
• The rise of different millenarianisms in medieval Europe reflected widespread anxiety about the year 1000.
• Religious historians distinguish between Christian millenarianisms and similar apocalyptic traditions in other faiths.
• Several millenarianisms emerged during periods of social upheaval and uncertainty.
• The comparative study of millenarianisms reveals common patterns in how societies imagine future transformation.