utilitarianism

utilitarianismnoun
Traducciones
utilitarismeDoctrine morale et philosophique.
Utilitarianism aims to produce the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
L’utilitarisme vise à produire le plus grand bonheur pour le plus grand nombre.
Traducciones adicionales
utilitarismeTendance à privilégier l’utilité au détriment de l’esthétique ou de la tradition.
Definiciones
A doctrine or philosophy that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority, often associated with the idea of maximizing happiness or well-being.
The principle of utilitarianism was central to the decision-making process, ensuring that the greatest good was achieved for the largest number of people.
A preference for or emphasis on usefulness over beauty, tradition, or other values, especially in design, aesthetics, or policy.
The architect’s strict utilitarianism left no room for decorative flourishes.
utilitarianismproper noun
Definiciones
An 1863 philosophical essay by John Stuart Mill expounding the ethical theory of utilitarianism.
Mill’s Utilitarianism remains a cornerstone text in courses on moral philosophy.