hume

Meanings

• proper noun

  Philosopher and economist known for his work in ethics and the philosophy of human nature

  - "David Hume is the author of 'An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding'."
  - "Hume's theory of moral sentiment is influential in modern moral philosophy."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hume
groom , room , plume

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Variants

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David Hume , Hume , Humean , Humian , John Hume

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Etymology

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Originally from the Scottish Gaelic 'O hUma', meaning 'descendant of Humhain'.

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Trivia

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1. David Hume is often considered the father of modern economics for his work on the theory of self-interest.

2. Hume's most famous work, 'A Treatise of Human Nature', was published anonymously in 1739.

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1. empiricism: Hume's philosophy is associated with empiricism, which emphasizes the role of experience and observation in the acquisition of knowledge.

2. naturalism: Hume's philosophy is also characterized by naturalism, which emphasizes the study of natural phenomena without supernatural intervention.

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Culture

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Hume is considered one of the most important figures in the Scottish Enlightenment. His work has influenced fields such as economics, philosophy, and psychology.

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