externalism

Meanings

• noun

  A philosophical theory holding that mental states are caused by, or dependent upon, external stimuli.

  - "Externalism is a theory in the philosophy of mind."
  - "The externalist argues that mental states are not solely determined by internal brain processes."

• noun

  In linguistics, externalism is the theory that the meaning of a word is determined primarily by its relationship to the external world.

  - "Semantic externalism is a position in the philosophy of language."
  - "In externalist theories of meaning, the meaning of a word is not just a matter of internal mental states."

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Variants

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externalism , externalisms

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Etymology

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From the Latin externus, meaning 'outside'.

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Trivia

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1. Externalism was first proposed as a theory in the philosophy of mind by Hilary Putnam in the 1960s.

2. Externalist theories of meaning are also known as 'naturalistic semantics'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Internalism: The opposing view to externalism, holding that mental states are solely determined by internal factors.

2. Semantics: The study of meaning in language.

3. Mind-Body Problem: A philosophical problem concerning the relationship between the mind and the body.

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Externalism has been a topic of debate in various philosophical and linguistic contexts. In philosophy, it has been discussed in relation to the mind-body problem, the nature of mental states, and the meaning of words. In linguistics, it has been explored in connection with semantics and the relationship between language and the world.

How to Memorize "externalism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a mind connected to the external world through sensory input. Visualize how external stimuli can influence mental states.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'externalism' with the idea of the mind being influenced by the external world.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'External Mind' to remember the meaning of externalism.

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