Monism: meaning, definitions and examples

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monism

 

[ หˆmษ’nษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

philosophy concept

Monism is the philosophical view that a variety of existing things can be explained in terms of a single reality or substance. In contrast to dualism, which posits two kinds of reality, monism argues that everything is interconnected and originates from one source. This perspective is often seen in various branches of metaphysics and philosophy, particularly in discussions about the nature of existence and consciousness.

Synonyms

oneness, singularity, unification, unity.

Examples of usage

  • Many Eastern philosophies embrace monism.
  • Monism rejects the notion of duality.
  • The theory of monism finds its roots in ancient metaphysics.
  • In monism, mind and matter are not separate.
  • Einstein's theories have been associated with monistic views.

Translations

Translations of the word "monism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค•เคคเคพ เคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ monisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ€ๅ…ƒ่ซ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ผ์›๋ก 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูˆุญุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ€ๅ…ƒ่ฎบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einingarhyggja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monismo

Etymology

The term 'monism' comes from the Greek word 'monos', meaning 'single' or 'alone', combined with the suffix '-ism', which denotes a practice or philosophy. It emerged in the 19th century, as philosophers sought to challenge prevailing dualistic ideas that divided reality into separate parts, such as mind and body or spirit and matter. Important figures in the development of monistic thought include philosophers like Baruch Spinoza, who proposed that everything is part of a single substance, and George Berkeley, who suggested that existence is dependent on perception. The popularity of monism can be seen in various philosophical discussions, religious interpretations, and scientific debates, particularly regarding the unity of consciousness and the universe.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,170, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.