essentialist objects
[ɪˈsenʃəlɪst ˈɒbdʒɪkts]
nounpl: essentialist objects
objetos essencialistas
1. Objects or things that are believed to possess inherent, unchanging qualities or essences that define their fundamental nature
In philosophy, essentialist objects are those whose properties are considered intrinsic rather than socially constructed.
Em filosofia, objetos essencialistas são aqueles cujas propriedades são consideradas intrínsecas em vez de socialmente construídas.
2. Material items treated as having fixed, immutable characteristics based on essentialist thinking
Critics argue that viewing gender through essentialist objects limits our understanding of identity.
Críticos argumentam que ver o gênero através de objetos essencialistas limita nossa compreensão da identidade.
This term is primarily used in academic and philosophical contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It reflects debates in contemporary philosophy, sociology, and gender studies about whether characteristics are fixed or socially constructed. The term gained prominence in postmodern and social constructivist critiques of traditional philosophy.
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