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Term: Relativistic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Related to Einstein's theory of relativity

Definition: Pertaining to or involving the principles of Albert Einstein's theory of relativity, which postulates that the laws of physics are the same for all observers in non-accelerating frames of reference.

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Sample Sentence 1: The spaceship's speed approached the speed of light, causing time dilation and proving the relativistic effects predicted by Einstein's theory.

Sample Sentence 2: The relativistic calculations of the universe's expansion help explain its observed behavior.

Sense 2: Considering or dependent on relative factors

Definition: Taking into account the context, perspective, or comparison to other things; not absolute or independent.

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Sample Sentence 1: In art, beauty is a relativistic concept as it varies depending on personal taste and cultural background.

Sample Sentence 2: The relativistic evaluation of a company's success takes into account its growth relative to the industry average.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A person who advocates for relativism

Definition: One who supports or promotes the belief that truth, value, or meaning is not absolute but may vary depending on different contexts or individuals.

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Sample Sentence 1: The philosopher was known as a staunch relativistic, challenging the notion of universal moral truths.

Sample Sentence 2: As a committed relativistic, she believed that cultural norms should not be judged but understood in their own context.