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irrationalism

[/ɪˈræʃənəlɪzəm/]
nounmasculine
irracionalismo
1. A philosophical position that emphasizes intuition, emotion, or instinct over reason and logic as a guide to truth or action
The artist's work was influenced by irrationalism, rejecting logical structure in favor of emotional expression.
A obra do artista foi influenciada pelo irracionalismo, rejeitando a estrutura lógica em favor da expressão emocional.
2. The practice or tendency to act or think in an irrational manner; lack of rational thought or reasoning
The irrationalism displayed in their decision-making process led to poor business outcomes.
O irracionalismo demonstrado em seu processo de tomada de decisão levou a resultados comerciais ruins.
3. In philosophy, a rejection of the supremacy of reason as the basis for knowledge and truth
Nietzsche's irrationalism challenged Enlightenment ideals of pure rationality.
O irracionalismo de Nietzsche desafiou os ideais iluministas de racionalidade pura.
Synonyms
irrationalityunreasonablenessillogicalityemotionalism
Antonyms
rationalismreasonlogicrationality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
irracionalismo
Standard usage in academic and philosophical contexts
Portugal
irracionalismo
Standard usage, consistent with Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

flights of fancy
gut feeling
thinking with the heart rather than the head
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