Spinozism

[ spi-noh-ziz-uhm ]

noun

1. the philosophical system of Spinoza, which defines God as the unique substance, as an impersonal deity, and as possessing an infinite number of attributes, of which we know only thought and extension, and an infinite number of modes, each modifying all of the attributes, these attributes and modes being regarded both as proceeding necessarily from the nature of God and as constituents of God.

Spinozism

/ spɪˈnəʊzɪzəm /

noun

1. the philosophical system of Spinoza, esp the concept of God as the unique reality possessing an infinite number of attributes of which we can know at least thought and extension

Derived Forms

• Spiˈnozist, noun

Other Words From

• Spi·nozist noun
• Spi·no·zis·tic [spi-noh-, zis, -tik, spin-oh-], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Spinozism¹

First recorded in 1720–30; Spinoz(a) + -ism

Example Sentences

You have in this distinction the division line between Spinozism and Atheism.

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If Spinozism is true, it is so without Mendelssohn's assent.

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Hegel said students of philosophy must begin with Spinozism.

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This system is a labyrinth, of which one path would lead you to Spinozism, another to Stoicism, another to chaos.

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It seems to me that the ramparts of Spinozism might be beaten down on a side which Bayle has neglected.

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