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L'anomie
This term describes a state of lawlessness or social instability caused by a breakdown of standards. It is frequently cited in Le Monde Diplomatique when discussing social fragmentation.
Examples in context
L'anomie menace la cohésion de notre société.
Anomie threatens our society's cohesion.
Cette crise économique provoque une forme d'anomie.
This economic crisis is causing a form of anomie.
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