Philosophy Terms

Question 1

empiricism

Answer 1

Belief the all knowledge is derived from experience.

Question 2

existentialism

Answer 2

The belief that existence only acquires value and meaning through active reflection on one’s own existence

Question 3

idealism

Answer 3

Belief that the so-called external world exists first and foremost in the perceiver’s mind.

Question 4

logical positivism

Answer 4

Belief that a concept is meaningful only if it can be empirically verified.

Question 5

neoplatonism

Answer 5

Rebirth of Platonic thought in Europe from C.E. 250-1250. Incorporated the ideas of Aristotle, Pythagoras, and others into the teachings of Plato.

Question 6

rationalism

Answer 6

Belief that the world can be known through reason alone.

Question 7

tabula rasa

Answer 7

Belief put forth by John Locke that the human mind begins as a blank slate.

Question 8

utilitarianism

Answer 8

System of ethics based on maximizing the collective good.