This is the blending or merging of different cultural elements into a new, unique culture. It often occurs when different societies come into contact through trade, conquest, or migration.
Think of cultural synthesis like making a smoothie. You take different fruits (cultures), blend them together, and end up with a new flavor that still has elements of the original ingredients but is uniquely its own.
Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.
Acculturation: The process of adopting the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.
Globalization: The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale, often leading to increased cultural exchange.
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