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Comparative
more materialistic
Superlative
most materialistic
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concerned with money and possessions in an excessive way
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related to the belief that only physical matter exists, rejecting the presence of spiritual or immaterial elements in reality
- The materialistic worldview asserts that all phenomena, including consciousness, can be explained solely in terms of physical processes.
- Materialistic philosophies often prioritize empirical evidence and scientific explanations over metaphysical or supernatural claims.
- The philosopher argued against materialistic reductionism, advocating for a more holistic understanding of human experience.
- Some critics of materialistic ideologies argue that they neglect the subjective aspects of reality, such as emotions and values.
- Materialistic interpretations of history focus on economic factors and material conditions as driving forces of social change.
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