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/ˌɒbdʒɛktɪˈvɪzəm/ · ob.jec.tiv.ism
noun
  1. The state of being objective. The journalist's objectivism allowed her to report the news without bias.
  2. Moral objectivism. The philosopher argued that moral objectivism is the only valid approach to ethics.
  3. Any of several doctrines that hold that all of reality is objective and exists outside of the mind. Ayn Rand's philosophy of objectivism emphasizes individual rights and the pursuit of happiness.

Synonyms

objectivityrealismmaterialismdeterminismpositivismrationalismempiricismnaturalism

Antonyms

subjectivismrelativismidealismsubjectivismsubjectivization
Did you know? Ayn Rand's philosophy of objectivism has been influential in libertarian and conservative thought, but has also been criticized for its perceived lack of empathy and social responsibility.

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objectivitysubjectivityrealismidealismdeterminismpositivismrationalismempiricism
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026