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existentialism

existentialismnoun

Translations

Existentialism is a philosophical theory that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice.

Экзистенциализм — это философская теория, подчеркивающая индивидуальное существование, свободу и выбор.

Definitions

A philosophical theory or approach which emphasizes the existence of the individual person as a free and responsible agent determining their own development through acts of the will.

Existentialism became popular in the 20th century as a response to the perceived meaninglessness of life.

The 20th-century philosophical movement that advocates this theory, particularly as developed by Kierkegaard, Sartre, Heidegger, and others.

He wrote his thesis on the impact of existentialism on modern theology.

Synonyms

philosophy of existence

existential philosophy

existential thought

existential theory