alternativism

noun — 3 senses

alternativism

nounalso spelled Alternativism

Etymology From alternative + -ism.

1

The rejection of a social normality through the pursuit of alternatives.

Related terms
alternative, alternative lifestyle, alternativeness, nonconformity, pragmatism, relativism, relevance

Alternativism

noun
1

Human sciences, Philosophy, Sciences An ideology of limitless alternatives, and/or the practice of relating every logical alternative to a larger truth.

2

Lifestyle, Religion, Theology The belief that absolute truth must explain every legitimate alternative.

Related terms
collaboration, correctness, disambiguation, elaboration, pragmatism, relativism, universality

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