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reductionism
[ ri-duhk-shuh-niz-uhm ]
/ rɪˈdʌk ʃəˌnɪz əm /
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noun
the theory that every complex phenomenon, especially in biology or psychology, can be explained by analyzing the simplest, most basic physical mechanisms that are in operation during the phenomenon.
the practice of simplifying a complex idea, issue, condition, or the like, especially to the point of minimizing, obscuring, or distorting it.
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How to use reductionism in a sentence
Reductionism says that this is possible, not that it is useful.
The End of Reductionism Could Be Nigh. Or Not. - Facts So Romantic|Sabine Hossenfelder|June 18, 2021|NautilusI believe part of the problem is that Marletto neither explains what she means by reductionism nor by emergent.
The End of Reductionism Could Be Nigh. Or Not. - Facts So Romantic|Sabine Hossenfelder|June 18, 2021|NautilusWhat an immense difference between reductionism and socialism!
British Dictionary definitions for reductionism
reductionism
/ (rɪˈdʌkʃəˌnɪzəm) /
noun
the analysis of complex things, data, etc, into less complex constituents
often derogatory any theory or method that holds that a complex idea, system, etc, can be completely understood in terms of its simpler parts or components
Derived forms of reductionism
reductionist, noun, adjectivereductionistic, adjectiveCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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