WordLens

solipsism

1 of 1noun
/ˈsɑləpˌsɪzəm/
Forms:solipsisms
1

a philosophical concept or belief system that asserts the self as the only reality and that only the individual's mind is sure to exist

C2Learn more on Wikipedia
  • Solipsism suggests that the individual's own thoughts and perceptions are the only certain reality.
  • In the realm of solipsism, the external world is viewed as uncertain or potentially non-existent.
  • Solipsism challenges the idea of objective reality, positing that only the individual's mind is truly known.
  • Philosophical discussions often explore the paradoxes and implications of solipsism.
  • Solipsism can lead to a sense of isolation, as the individual's reality becomes confined to their own consciousness.