phenomenology

/fɪˌnɒmɪˈnɒləɡi/ /fɪˌnɑməˈnɑləɡi/

Meanings

noun

The study of structures of consciousness as experienced from the first-person point of view.

Examples :

"The researcher used phenomenology to understand the students' unique experiences of anxiety during exams. "

noun

A movement based on this, originated about 1905 by Edmund Husserl.

Examples :

"Studying phenomenology helps philosophers understand how consciousness shapes our experiences. "

philosophy theory mind

Related Words

researcher noun

/rɪˈsɜːrtʃər/ /riˈsɜːrtʃər/

One who researches.

"The researcher studied the effects of different study methods on student test scores. "

students noun

/ˈstjuːdn̩ts/ /ˈstudn̩ts/

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

"He is a student of life."

experiences noun

/ɪkˈspɪə.ɹɪən.sɪz/ /ɪkˈspɪɹ.i.ən.sɪz/

The effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.

"It was an experience he would not soon forget."

anxiety noun

/ˌæŋ(ɡ)ˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

An unpleasant state of mental uneasiness, nervousness, apprehension and obsession or concern about some uncertain event.

"Before the big exam, Maria felt a strong anxiety about failing. "

understand verb

/ˌɞndəɹˈstand/ /(ˌ)ʌndəˈstænd/ /ˌʌndɚˈstænd/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"My teacher explained the new math concept, and I understood it perfectly. "

studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

originated verb

/əˈrɪdʒəˌneɪtɪd/ /ɔˈrɪdʒəˌneɪtɪd/

To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.

"The idea for the school's annual talent show originated with the student council. "

movement noun

/ˈmuːv.mənt/

Physical motion between points in space.

"I saw a movement in that grass on the hill."

consciousness noun

/ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/ /ˈkɑnʃəsnəs/

The state of being conscious or aware; awareness.

"My brother's lack of consciousness during the lecture made it hard for him to understand the material. "

philosophers noun

/fɪˈlɒsəfəz/ /fəˈlɑsəfɚz/

A lover of wisdom.

"Example Sentence: "The old men sitting on the park bench were like philosophers, always discussing the meaning of life and offering advice." "

structures noun

/ˈstrʌktʃərz/

A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.

"The birds had built an amazing structure out of sticks and various discarded items."

experienced verb

/ɪkˈspɪə.ɹɪənst/ /ɪkˈspɪɹ.i.ənst/

To observe certain events; undergo a certain feeling or process; or perform certain actions that may alter one or contribute to one's knowledge, opinions, or skills.

"I experienced a lot of new things during my summer vacation. "