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relativism

/ˈrɛlətɪvɪzəm/ /ˈrɛləˌtɪvɪzəm/

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noun

Relativismus

The theory, especially in ethics or aesthetics, that conceptions of truth and moral values are not absolute but are relative to the persons or groups holding them.

Examples :

"Many students believe that a good grade is relative; their perception of a good grade is influenced by their own experiences and the standards of their teachers. "

Viele Studenten glauben, dass eine gute Note relativ ist; ihre Vorstellung von einer guten Note wird von ihren eigenen Erfahrungen und den Standards ihrer Lehrer beeinflusst.

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Relativismus, eine spezifische Theorie

A specific such theory, advocated by a particular philosopher or school of thought.

Examples :

"Professor Miller's lecture explored cultural relativism, specifically arguing that judging other cultures by your own standards is inherently flawed. "

Professor Millers Vortrag untersuchte den Kulturrelativismus und argumentierte insbesondere, dass es grundsätzlich fehlerhaft ist, andere Kulturen nach den eigenen Maßstäben zu beurteilen.

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