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(ra-tion-al-ism) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the doctrine that knowledge is acquired by reason without resort to experience

Example Sentence

There is a dispute between rationalism and empiricism.

Synonyms

reliance on reason; knowledge from reason; reason as the supreme authority

Antonyms

reliance on experience

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