Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kantianism
noun
/kænˈtiːənˌɪzəm/
Definition
A philosophical doctrine based on the ethics and metaphysics of Immanuel Kant.
Examples
- Kantianism asserts that moral actions are determined by rational principles.
- Many philosophers have engaged with Kantianism to develop theories of ethics.
- Critics often challenge the rigid formulations of Kantianism.
Meaning
Kantianism emphasizes the role of reason and the importance of moral laws, asserting that actions should be guided by universal principles.
Synonyms
- Kant’s philosophy
- Deontological ethics
- Transcendental idealism
