reductionistic
ʃəˌnɪz noun
1.
the theory that every complex phenomenon, especially in biology or psychology, can be explained by analyzing the simplest, most basic physical mechanisms that are in operation during the phenomenon.
2.
the practice of simplifying a complex idea, issue, condition, or the like, especially to the point of minimizing, obscuring, or distorting it.
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reductionism (rɪˈdʌkʃəˌnɪzəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the analysis of complex things, data, etc, into less complex constituents |
| 2. | derogatory often any theory or method that holds that a complex idea, system, etc, can be completely understood in terms of its simpler parts or components |
| re'ductionist | |
| —n, —adj | |
| reduction'istic | |
| —adj | |
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Reductionistic
is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| reductionism (rɪˈdʌkʃəˌnɪzəm) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the analysis of complex things, data, etc, into less complex constituents |
| 2. | derogatory often any theory or method that holds that a complex idea, system, etc, can be completely understood in terms of its simpler parts or components |
| re'ductionist | |
| —n, —adj | |
| reduction'istic | |
| —adj | |
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