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(u-til-i-tar-i-an-ism) 7 syllables

Definition

noun. a theory that the best action is the one that maximizes utility.

Example Sentence

Jeremy Bentham was a contributor to the theory of utilitarianism.

More Example Sentences

Utilitarianism focuses on the greatest good.

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