Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

totalism

noun
/ˈtoʊtəlɪzəm/
Definition
Totalism is a psychological and philosophical concept that emphasizes holistic integration and unity of experience or understanding.
Examples
  • In totalism, the individual is often viewed as part of a larger system that influences their thoughts and actions.

  • Some political systems might exhibit traits of totalism when they demand complete loyalty from their citizens.

  • In psychology, totalism can be seen in the way individuals interpret their experiences as part of a larger narrative.

Meaning
The idea or belief in the totality of experience as a unified whole, often associated with certain ideologies or systems of thought that reject partial or fragmented perceptions.
Synonyms
  • holism
  • completeness
  • wholeness
  • unity