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Empiricism   /ɛmpˈɪrəsˌɪzəm/   Listen
Empiricism

noun
1.
(philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience.  Synonyms: empiricist philosophy, sensationalism.
2.
The application of empirical methods in any art or science.
3.
Medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings.  Synonym: quackery.



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Words linked to "Empiricism" :   empiric, philosophical theory, investigation, empirical, investigating, empiricist, philosophy, philosophical doctrine, experimentalism, medical practice, empiricist philosophy, logical positivism, positivism


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