contextualism
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any doctrine emphasizing the importance of the context in solving problems or establishing the meaning of terms
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Any of a group of doctrines that stress the importance of context
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Contextualism is a philosophical approach that emphasizes the relevance of context or environment in understanding various phenomena, such as language, behavior, knowledge and culture. It asserts that meaning and truth can vary under different circumstances or contexts and that theres no definite or absolute truth that can be applied universally. It is often used in fields like sociology, anthropology, ethics, and epistemology.
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