anthropocentrism
2 synonyms for anthropocentrism, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The view that places human beings at the centre of everything, valuing them above all other considerations.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
homocentricism
humanocentrism
How to use anthropocentrism
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
criticise anthropocentrism
a shift away from anthropocentrism
anthropocentrism in philosophy
The word belongs to academic writing in philosophy, ethics and environmental studies.
Etymology
Anthropocentrism was formed in the early twentieth century from anthropocentric plus the suffix -ism, and can also be seen as anthropo- combined with -centrism.
Full origin of anthropocentrism →Frequently asked questions
What does anthropocentrism mean?
It is the belief or outlook that puts human beings at the centre of everything, above other considerations.
When did the word anthropocentrism first appear?
It originated between 1905 and 1910, formed from anthropocentric and the suffix -ism.
What are synonyms for anthropocentrism?
Homocentricism and humanocentrism are used with the same meaning.
