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ecocentrism

American  
[ek-oh-sen-triz-uhm, ee-koh-] / ˌɛk oʊˈsɛn trɪz əm, ˌi koʊ- /

noun

  1. a philosophy or perspective that places intrinsic value on all living organisms and their natural environment, regardless of their perceived usefulness or importance to human beings.

Other Word Forms

  • ecocentric adjective

Etymology

Origin of ecocentrism

eco- + centr(i)- + -ism

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