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Particularism

Definition:

Particularism refers to the belief or doctrine that concepts or principles cannot be universally applied and should instead be understood and evaluated within their specific contexts.

Senses:

1. Ethics: The theory that ethical judgments should be based on the particular circumstances of a situation rather than on fixed moral principles.
2. Sociology: The view that social, political, or economic systems should be designed and structured to meet the needs and values of specific cultures or communities, rather than imposing standardized models.

Usage:

Particularism as Ethics:

She practiced ethical particularism, asserting that moral judgments should be made on an individual basis rather than adhering rigidly to general rules.

Particularism in Sociology:

The government aimed to achieve social harmony by adopting a particularism approach, recognizing the diversity of cultures and allowing them to maintain their unique customs and practices.

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