solipsism
1 of 1noun/ˈsɑləpˌsɪzəm/
Forms:solipsisms
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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.