Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Hegelianism

Noun

/hɪˈɡeɪliənɪz(ə)m/

Definition

A philosophical movement based on the ideas of the German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel.

Examples

Many contemporary philosophers have drawn inspiration from Hegelianism in their work.
Hegelianism plays a crucial role in understanding modern dialectical thought.
The principles of Hegelianism can be seen in various political ideologies.

Meaning

Hegelianism emphasizes the development of ideas and reality through a dialectical process, where contradictions are resolved through synthesis to achieve higher levels of understanding.