Positivism: meaning, definitions and examples
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positivism
[ ˈpɒzɪtɪvɪz(ə)m ]
philosophy
A philosophical system that emphasizes the importance of empirical evidence and scientific methods in the pursuit of knowledge.
Synonyms
empiricism, scientific method
Examples of usage
- His positivism led him to reject any metaphysical speculation.
- The positivism of the 19th century greatly influenced the development of modern science.
attitude
An optimistic and constructive attitude that focuses on the good in the world rather than the negative.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Her positivism was contagious, spreading hope and positivity to those around her.
- I try to maintain a positivism even in the face of challenges.
Translations
Translations of the word "positivism" in other languages:
🇵🇹 positivismo
🇮🇳 पॉज़िटिविज़्म
🇩🇪 Positivismus
🇮🇩 positivisme
🇺🇦 позитивізм
🇵🇱 pozytywizm
🇯🇵 実証主義 (じっしょうしゅぎ)
🇫🇷 positivisme
🇪🇸 positivismo
🇹🇷 pozitivizm
🇰🇷 실증주의 (실증주의)
🇸🇦 الوضعية
🇨🇿 pozitivismus
🇸🇰 pozitivizmus
🇨🇳 实证主义 (shízhèng zhǔyì)
🇸🇮 pozitivizem
🇮🇸 jákvæðishyggja
🇰🇿 позитивизм
🇬🇪 პოზიტივიზმი
🇦🇿 pozitivizm
🇲🇽 positivismo
Word origin
The term 'positivism' originated in the early 19th century, associated with the French philosopher Auguste Comte. Comte believed that the only authentic knowledge is scientific knowledge, and that such knowledge can only come from positive affirmation of theories through strict scientific method. Over time, the term has evolved to also encompass an optimistic attitude towards life and the world.
See also: positively, positiveness, positives.