possibilism
noun
the doctrine that culture may be affected by geographical or environmental conditions but is ultimately determined by social conditions and human agency.
possibilist
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a word derived from
possibilism.
Example Sentences
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Some Brazilians are concerned that the new Secretary might be too inflexible and idealistic for the rough realities of government, but Lutzenberger, 63, calls himself a "possibilist."
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