Armstrongian
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of or relating to David Malet Armstrong (1926–2014), Australian philosopher, known for his work on metaphysics and the philosophy of mind.
"Of course, the Bs and the Ss here could be properties, as in Armstrong's own illustration (similarities supervening on shared properties). But it appears that, even for properties, Armstrongian supervenience is neither a necessary nor a sufficient condition for weak supervenience."
- 2 Of or relating to Louis Armstrong, American trumpet player and composer.
"A personalized, melancholy statement with authentic drama, and a vividly Armstrongian open-horn finish."
Example
More examples"Of course, the Bs and the Ss here could be properties, as in Armstrong's own illustration (similarities supervening on shared properties). But it appears that, even for properties, Armstrongian supervenience is neither a necessary nor a sufficient condition for weak supervenience."
Etymology
From Armstrong + -ian.