Husserlian

adjective

Hus·​ser·​li·​an (ˈ)hu̇¦sərlēən How to pronounce Husserlian (audio)
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: of or relating to the German philosopher Husserl or his theories
Husserlian phenomenology

Word History

Etymology

Edmund Husserl †1938 German philosopher + English -ian

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“Husserlian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Husserlian. Accessed 12 Dec. 2025.

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