Culturally based beliefs
Definition
Culturally based beliefs refer to the ideas and convictions that are deeply ingrained in a society's collective mindset, shaped by its cultural heritage and traditions.
Related terms
Cultural norms: Shared expectations and rules that guide behavior within a society.
Folkways: Informal customs and behaviors that are commonly accepted but not considered morally significant.
Taboos: Strong social prohibitions against certain actions or behaviors that are deemed culturally unacceptable.
"Culturally based beliefs" appears in:
Practice Questions (1)
What is a society's culturally based beliefs, values, and customs known as?
Are you a college student?
Study guides for the entire semester
200k practice questions
Glossary of 50k key terms - memorize important vocab
About Us
About Fiveable
Blog
Careers
Code of Conduct
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
CCPA Privacy Policy
Resources
Cram Mode
AP Score Calculators
Study Guides
Practice Quizzes
Glossary
Cram Events
Merch Shop
Crisis Text Line
Help Center
Stay Connected
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.
About Us
About Fiveable
Blog
Careers
Code of Conduct
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
CCPA Privacy Policy
Resources
Cram Mode
AP Score Calculators
Study Guides
Practice Quizzes
Glossary
Cram Events
Merch Shop
Crisis Text Line
Help Center
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.