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absolutism n

Absolutism means the belief that some principles or truths are absolute and do not depend on circumstances or viewpoints. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of absolutism

  • the belief that some principles or truths are absolute and do not depend on circumstances or viewpoints

Usage examples of absolutism

Moral absolutism holds that some actions are wrong regardless of culture or circumstance.

Her absolutism left little room for exceptions when the rules conflicted.

Students compared absolutism with relativism in the philosophy seminar.

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