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Adjective reductionist has 1 sense | ||||
Definitions from the WebReductionistDefinition:A reductionist refers to a person, theory, or approach that seeks to explain complex phenomena by breaking them down into simpler, more basic parts. Sense 1:As a noun: - A reductionist is someone who advocates for or practices reductionism. - Example sentence: The reductionist argued that understanding the brain could be achieved by studying individual neurons. Sense 2:As an adjective: - Describing a theory or approach. - Example sentence: The reductionist perspective on economics focuses on analyzing economic behavior based on individual decisions. Sense 3:As an adjective: - Describing a person. - Example sentence: She always takes a reductionist approach to problem-solving, seeking the simplest solution. Related products: | ||||
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