Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
existentialismo
Noun
/ɪɡˌzɪstənˈtɪəlɪz(ə)m/
Definition
Existentialism is a philosophical movement that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice.
Examples
- Existentialism encourages people to confront the absurdity of life.
- Many famous writers, like Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir, are associated with existentialism.
- The film’s themes reflect existentialist ideas about freedom and responsibility.
Meaning
It explores the meaning of life and the individual’s role in creating their own essence through choices and actions.
Synonyms
- Absurdism
- Phenomenology
- Humanism