relativism
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British pronunciation
/ɹɪlˈætɪvˌɪzəm/

Definition & Meaning of "relativism"in English

Relativism
01

the philosophical position that views truth, morality, or knowledge as dependent on individual perspectives, cultural contexts, or historical circumstances, and rejects absolute or universal standards

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Examples
Cultural relativism is a form of relativism that asserts that ethical or moral judgments are culturally determined and vary across societies.
Epistemic relativism posits that knowledge and truth are subjective and depend on individual or cultural viewpoints.
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