Definition of objective idealism
: the acceptance of nature as ultimately ideal or spiritual and existing independently of any subjects
specifically
: the philosophy of F.W.J. von Schelling according to which nature is visible intelligence and intelligence invisible nature
—contrasted with subjective idealism
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