externalism

noun — 3 senses

externalism

noun

Etymology c. 1840 external + -ism

1

Excessive regard to outward acts or appearances, especially in religion.

2

The act of judging by outward appearance or acts.

3

The belief that only things that can be observed by senses are real.

Related terms
externalist, internalism, internalist

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