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Ockhamism

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Ock·​ham·​ism
variants: or Occamism \ ˈäkəˌmizəm \
plural -s

Definition of Ockhamism

: the philosophy developed by Ockham and consisting essentially of a revival of nominalism

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History and Etymology for Ockhamism

William of Ockham (or Occam) †1349? English scholastic philosopher + English -ism

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“Ockhamism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Ockhamism. Accessed 27 Sep. 2021.

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