The worldview
Example: Her worldview helps her understand different cultures better.
Definition
"The worldview" refers to a comprehensive perspective or set of beliefs through which an individual interprets and understands the world and their place in it. It shapes how one perceives reality, makes decisions, and interacts with various cultural and philosophical ideas.
Etymology
The term "the worldview" originates from the German word Weltanschauung, combining 'Welt' meaning 'world' and 'Anschauung' meaning 'view' or 'perception.' It was adopted into English to describe an overarching philosophical perspective on life and existence.
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"The worldview" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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