Het materialisme
Example: Het materialisme stelt dat alleen materiële dingen echt bestaan.
Definition
"Het materialisme" is a philosophical doctrine that asserts only material things truly exist, denying the existence of immaterial substances or spiritual entities. It holds that everything in the universe, including thoughts and consciousness, can be explained by physical matter and its interactions.
Etymology
The term "het materialisme" originates from the Latin word 'materialis,' meaning 'of matter,' combined with the suffix '-isme,' used to form nouns indicating doctrines or systems. It reflects a philosophical stance focused on matter as the fundamental substance of reality.
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