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1. positivism
noun. ['ˈpɑːzətɪˌvɪzəm'] the form of empiricism that bases all knowledge on perceptual experience (not on intuition or revelation).
Etymology
- positivism (English)
- positivisme (French)
- positif (French)
2. positivism
noun. ['ˈpɑːzətɪˌvɪzəm'] a quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness.
Etymology
- positivism (English)
- positivisme (French)
- positif (French)