El reduccionismo
Example: El reduccionismo simplifica problemas complejos a elementos básicos.
Definition
"El reduccionismo" is a philosophical concept that involves simplifying complex problems or phenomena by reducing them to their basic components or fundamental parts. It often aims to explain broader systems by analyzing the smallest elements involved.
Etymology
The term "el reduccionismo" comes from the Spanish word 'reducción' meaning 'reduction,' combined with the suffix '-ismo,' which indicates a doctrine or system. It reflects the idea of reducing complexity to simpler elements, a concept that gained prominence in scientific and philosophical discussions around the 19th and 20th centuries.
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"El reduccionismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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