intentionalism

Meanings

nounintentionalism (uncountable)

uncountableThe theory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author, whether stated or not.
uncountablehuman sciencesSynonym of act psychology.
Synonyms: act psychology
uncountablehistoryThe theory that the Holocaust was the result of a preconceived plan and decision by Adolf Hitler.

nounSynonym of act psychology.

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Also see

French intentionnalisme

intentionnalismetheory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author

German Intentionalismus

Intentionalismustheory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author

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