Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈsɒlɪpsɪzəm/
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ˈsɑlɪpsɪzm
Pronunciation notes
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Noun
The idea that the self is all that exists or that can be proven to exist.
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Subjective idealism also leads infallibly to solipsism, since if everything is in 'my' imagination there is no ground for belief in the existence of other subjects.
Self-absorption, an unawareness of the views, needs or desires of others; self-centeredness; egoism.
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The solipsism that too frequently infects high commands has no place on a battlefield.
Self-mythology has always been part of The Darkness’ shtick, but here Hawkins and crew forget to back it up with music catchy enough to transcend the solipsism.
Self-absorption, an unawareness of the views, needs or desires of others; self-centeredness; egoism. Masturbation.
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- euphemistic
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Noun
(philosophy) the philosophical theory that the self is all that you know to exist
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