Anthropocentric (Adjective)
Meaning
Human-centered; "our anthropocentric view of the world".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The environmentalist argued that our anthropocentric view of the world was the root cause of many ecological problems.
- The anthropocentric approach to ethics prioritizes human well-being over the interests of other species.
- Many indigenous cultures have a non-anthropocentric view of nature, recognizing the inherent value of all living beings.
- The anthropocentric bias in Western philosophy has led to a neglect of the moral status of non-human animals.
- By adopting a more holistic perspective, we can move beyond our anthropocentric worldview and recognize the interconnectedness of all living systems.