Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
solipsistically
adverb
/səˌlɪp.sɪsˈtɪk.li/
Definition
In a manner relating to or characterized by solipsism, the philosophical idea that only one’s own mind is sure to exist.
Examples
- He approached the situation solipsistically, believing that his feelings were the only ones that mattered.
- In her solipsistically driven thoughts, she often forgot about her friends’ needs.
- The artist painted solipsistically, focusing solely on her own interpretations and emotions.
Meaning
The term refers to viewing one’s own experience as the only reality, often disregarding the existence of other minds or the external world.
Synonyms
- egoistically
- self-centeredly
- narcissistically
