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phenomenology

/fɪˌnɒmɪˈnɒləɡi/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The study of the structure of subjective experience and consciousness, especially as an approach to understanding art.

    - "Phenomenology is a philosophical approach that emphasizes the study of subjective experience and consciousness."
    - "The phenomenology of art explores how works of art are perceived and experienced by the viewer."
  • Noun

    The philosophical study of things as they appear to us in consciousness.

    - "Phenomenology is a branch of philosophy that deals with the study of things as they appear to us."
    - "The phenomenological approach to understanding reality emphasizes the importance of subjective experience."

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phenomenologies , phenomenologist , phenomenologists , phenomenology
Etymology
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From the Greek word 'phainomenon' meaning 'that which appears' or 'phenomenon', and 'logia' meaning 'study of'.


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  1. Phenomenology was first developed as a philosophical approach in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

  2. The term 'phenomenology' was popularized by philosophers such as Edmund Husserl, Martin Heidegger, and Jean-Paul Sartre.

  3. Phenomenology has been influential in various fields, including philosophy, psychology, art, and literature.


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  1. Consciousness: The state of being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings. Phenomenology is concerned with the study of consciousness and how it shapes our perception of reality.

  2. Perception: The process of interpreting and organizing sensory information in order to understand and navigate the environment. Phenomenology is concerned with the study of perception and how it shapes our experience of reality.


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Phenomenology has had a significant impact on various fields such as philosophy, psychology, and art. It has been used to explore the nature of consciousness, perception, and subjective experience. In literature, phenomenology has been used to analyze the works of authors such as Martin Heidegger, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Edmund Husserl. In art, phenomenology has been used to understand the role of perception in the viewing experience.

How to Memorize "phenomenology"

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    - To memorize phenomenology, try visualizing the study of subjective experience and consciousness.
    - Imagine yourself exploring the nature of perception and consciousness through the lens of phenomenology.

  2. associate

    - Associate phenomenology with the study of consciousness and perception.
    - Think of phenomenology as the philosophical approach that emphasizes the importance of subjective experience.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'People Have Opinions, Emotions, Necessities, and Goals' to remember the key aspects of phenomenology.
    - Phenomenology is the study of People's subjective Experience, so remember the acronym P.E.P.E.N.G.


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