wholism
|whole/ism|
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/ˈhoʊlɪzəm/
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/ˈhəʊlɪzəm/
whole is greater
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wholism' originates from the English word 'whole,' combined with the suffix '-ism,' indicating a belief or theory.
Historical Evolution
'Whole' transformed into 'wholism' to describe a philosophical approach that emphasizes the importance of the whole.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being whole,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a theory that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the theory or belief that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Wholism suggests that understanding the entire system is more important than analyzing individual components.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 11:27