What does "objectivism" mean?
The state of being objective; objectivity.
Objectivism
/əbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪ.vɪ.zəm/ noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Meaning at a glance
- Primary sense: The state of being objective; objectivity.
- Grammar: objectivism is listed as noun.
- Nearest alternatives: doctrine of objectivity, objectivist doctrine, objectivity doctrine, randian philosophy.
- Useful contrasts: postmodern, emotionalism, relativism.
- Usage evidence: Objectivism and subjectivism need each other to exist. Each defines itself in opposition to the other and sees the other as the enemy. Objectivism takes as its allies scientific truth, rationality, precision, fairness, and impartiality.
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 The state of being objective; objectivity. countable, uncountable
- 2 Alternative letter-case form of objectivism (“the philosophy based around Ayn Rand’s writings”). alt-of, uncountable
- 3 Moral objectivism. countable, uncountable
- 4 Any of several doctrines that holds that all of reality is objective and exists outside of the mind. countable, uncountable
"Objectivism and subjectivism need each other to exist. Each defines itself in opposition to the other and sees the other as the enemy. Objectivism takes as its allies scientific truth, rationality, precision, fairness, and impartiality."
- 5 The specific objectivist philosophy created by novelist Ayn Rand, endorsing logical reasoning and self-interest. capitalized, countable, sometimes, uncountable
"Ayn Rand, the guiding spirit of the philosophy of Objectivism and an advocate of “laissez faire capitalism,” endorsed Senator Goldwater as [“]the best of what is available.”"
Synonyms
All synonyms doctrine of objectivityobjectivist doctrineobjectivity doctrinerandian philosophy
Example
"Objectivism and subjectivism need each other to exist. Each defines itself in opposition to the other and sees the other as the enemy. Objectivism takes as its allies scientific truth, rationality, precision, fairness, and impartiality."
Common questions
What is a synonym for "objectivism"?
Common synonyms include: doctrine of objectivity, objectivist doctrine, objectivity doctrine, randian philosophy.
How do you use "objectivism" in a sentence?
Objectivism and subjectivism need each other to exist. Each defines itself in opposition to the other and sees the other as the enemy. Objectivism takes as its allies scientific truth, rationality, precision, fairness, and impartiality.
How do you pronounce "objectivism"?
Pronounced /əbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪ.vɪ.zəm/.
Etymology
From objective + -ism.