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Anthropocentricity (Noun)

Meaning

An inclination to evaluate reality exclusively in terms of human values.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The dominant worldview of the time was marked by anthropocentricity, with humans seeing themselves as the central figures in the universe.
  • Her essay argued that anthropocentricity had led to the destruction of many ecosystems, as humans prioritized their own needs above those of other species.
  • The artist's use of animal subjects in her work was a deliberate challenge to anthropocentricity, encouraging viewers to consider the world from a non-human perspective.
  • The concept of anthropocentricity has been criticized by some environmentalists, who argue that it perpetuates a flawed and self-serving view of the natural world.
  • By exploring the consequences of anthropocentricity, the novel encouraged readers to think more critically about the impact of human activity on the planet.

Synonyms

  • Anthropocentrism

Hypernyms

  • Partiality

Related Words

  • Anthropocentric (adjective)
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