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relativism

/ˈrɛlətɪvɪzəm/ /ˈrɛləˌtɪvɪzəm/

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noun

Relativismo

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. "

Muchos estudiantes creen que una buena calificación es relativa; su percepción de una buena calificación está influenciada por sus propias experiencias y los estándares de sus profesores.

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noun

Relativismo, una teoría específica

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. "

La conferencia del profesor Miller exploró el relativismo cultural, argumentando específicamente que juzgar otras culturas con tus propios estándares es inherentemente defectuoso.

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