Antirealistic

/ˌæntiːriːəˈlɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by or relating to antirealism; rejecting the view that reality or certain entities exist independently of human perception.

Etymology

From antirealist + -ic (adjective suffix). Formed as the adjectival version of antirealism in philosophical writing.

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An antirealistic approach to beauty says 'beautiful' isn't a real property objects have—it's just how humans react to them—which explains why beauty standards change so wildly across cultures.

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