anomalous monism

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the philosophical doctrine that although all mental states consist merely in states of the brain, there exist no regular correspondences between classes of mental and physical states, and so no psychophysical lawsSee also identity theory

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Words nearby anomalous monism

anomalistic year, anomalous, anomalous complex, anomalous correspondence, anomalous dispersion, anomalous monism, anomaly, anomer, anomia, anomic, anomic aphasia

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Example sentences from the Web for anomalous monism

No matter the name, the purported “anomalous primate” has long been the subject of a cycle of stories and skepticism.
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Alito opened the door by questioning the “anomalous” Abood precedent, which lets states coerce union members into paying dues.
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The bank acknowledges that it has some problems, but says they are anomalous.
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The computers were being fed anomalous data because of a failed air speed gauge.
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History has not decided about Carter because he is so anomalous.
A George W. Bush Comeback?|Lloyd Grove|April 24, 2013|DAILY BEAST
He admitted that this was an anomalous course of legislation, and that the board would be entrusted with extraordinary powers.
The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.III.|E. Farr and E. H. Nolan
A mongrel and anomalous species like the German Meerkatzen—monkey-cats.
The Superstitions of Witchcraft|Howard Williams
From that time on Quin's status in the family became less anomalous.
Quin|Alice Hegan Rice
At the time of the arrival of Pizarro, a curious condition, anomalous in their records, had arisen.
South American Fights and Fighters|Cyrus Townsend Brady
But, let me repeat, I was in an anomalous condition of mind, with my nerves set on edge by the events of the evening.
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar|Maurice Leblanc

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