The normative statement
Example: The normative statement argues what people should do in society.
Definition
"The normative statement" in philosophy refers to a type of expression that conveys what ought to be done, prescribing values, duties, or norms rather than stating facts. It argues what people should do in society, often involving ethical or moral judgments.
Etymology
The phrase "the normative statement" combines 'normative,' derived from the Latin 'norma' meaning a carpenter’s square or rule, implying a standard or rule, with 'statement,' from Latin 'statementem,' meaning a declaration. Together, they describe expressions that establish norms or ideals rather than mere descriptions.
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"The normative statement" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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