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conventionalism
n.
conventional behavior, adherence to accepted norms
Conventionalism
Conventionalism is the
philosophical attitude that fundamental principles of a certain kind are grounded on (explicit or implicit) agreements in society, rather than on external reality. Although this attitude is commonly held with respect to the rules of
grammar, its application to the propositions of
ethics, law,
science, mathematics, and logic is more controversial.
conventionalism
Noun
1. orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional
(synonym) conventionality, convention
(hypernym) orthodoxy
(hyponym) ossification, conformity
(attribute) conventional
Conventionalism
(n.)
The principles or practice of conventionalizing. See Conventionalize, v. t.
(n.)
That which is received or established by convention or arbitrary agreement; that which is in accordance with the fashion, tradition, or usage.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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