What is another word for structuralism?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈʌkt͡ʃəɹəlˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Structuralism, the linguistic and philosophical approach that focuses on the underlying structures that shape human behavior, has several synonyms that help to describe its essence. Semiotics, which studies the sign systems of language and culture, is closely related to structuralism. Post-structuralism, on the other hand, challenges the basic assumptions of structuralism and emphasizes the importance of language and discourse in shaping social reality. New structuralism, an approach developed in the field of economics, focuses on understanding the relationships between economic agents and how they shape economic structures. Other synonyms for structuralism include formalism, systemism, and functionalism, each highlighting different aspects of the approach.
