METHODISM
Methodism
(noun) the religious beliefs and practices of Methodists characterized by concern with social welfare and public morals
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
methodism
The practice of adhering (often excessively) to methods.
Etymology
Noun
Methodism (uncountable)
The Methodist Christian movement founded by John Wesley in 18th-century England.
Any of several related movements.
Hypernyms
• Protestantism
Source: Wiktionary
Meth"o*dism, n. (Eccl.)
Definition: The system of doctrines, polity, and worship, of the sect
called Methodists. Bp. Warburton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition