1. A methodology or perspective based on experience, observation, and experimentation rather than theory or pure logic
The empiricist approach to psychology emphasizes observing actual behavior rather than relying solely on theoretical models.
A abordagem empiricista da psicologia enfatiza a observação do comportamento real em vez de confiar apenas em modelos teóricos.
2. In philosophy, the epistemological position that knowledge derives primarily from sensory experience and evidence
Scientists often adopt an empiricist approach by collecting data before forming hypotheses.
Os cientistas geralmente adotam uma abordagem empiricista coletando dados antes de formular hipóteses.