Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
objectivism
noun
ˌäb-ˈjek-tə-ˌvi-zəm
Definition
A philosophical system developed by Ayn Rand that emphasizes rational self-interest, individualism, and the pursuit of one’s own happiness as the moral purpose of life.
Examples
- Many followers of objectivism believe in the importance of personal autonomy.
- She based her business philosophy on the principles of objectivism.
- Objectivism contrasts with collectivist ideologies.
Meaning
Objectivism advocates that reality exists independently of consciousness and that individuals can gain objective knowledge through reason.
Synonyms
- Individualism
- Rationalism
- Self-interest
