petalism

/ˈpɛtəlɪz(ə)m/noun

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A form of ostracism among the ancient Syracusans by which they temporarily banished a citizen suspected of having dangerous influence or ambition.

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avoidance blackballing blacklisting discommendation ostracism ostracization petalism shunning silent treatment

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;admonishment blame brickbatting castigation censure chastisement criticism critique dispraise

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