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(tran-scen-den-tal-ism) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of personal experience and intuition.

Example Sentence

Transcendentalism is short for transcendental idealism.

More Example Sentences

Transcendentalism influenced American literature greatly.

Synonyms

idealism; romanticism; individualism

Antonyms

scientific experimentation

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