Empiricism
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British pronunciation/ɛmpˈɪɹɪsˌɪzəm/
American pronunciation/ɛmˈpɪɹəˌsɪzəm/

Definition & Meaning of "empiricism"

Empiricism
01

a theory stating that all knowledge is derived from experience

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Empiricism argues that the foundation of human knowledge lies in sensory experience and observation, rather than in innate ideas or purely rational thought.
Philosophers such as John Locke and David Hume are key figures in the development of empiricism, emphasizing the role of experience in shaping our understanding of the world.
02

the application of empirical methods in any art or science

03

medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings

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