Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mechanistic
adjective
/ˌmek.əˈnɪs.tɪk/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a mechanism; characterized by a focus on the mechanical aspects of something, often implying a reductionist view of processes.
Examples
- The mechanistic view of the universe suggests that everything can be understood in terms of cause and effect.
- His approach to biology was mechanistic, believing that all life processes could be explained through physics and chemistry.
Meaning
The term ‘mechanistic’ describes a viewpoint that explains phenomena in terms of physical or chemical processes, often likening complex systems to machines or mechanisms.
Synonyms
- Mechanical
- Machine-like
- Instrumental
- Automatized
