rationalist
rationalist · rationalists
A person who follows the philosophy of rationalismA person who follows the philosophy of rationalism.
Meaning
2 sensesA person who follows the philosophy of rationalism.
A member of the rationalist community.
More definitions
- someone who emphasizes observable facts and excludes metaphysical speculation about origins or ultimate causes
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From Middle French rationaliste; rational + -ist.From Middle French rationaliste; rational + -ist.
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Forms
plural: rationalists| Singular | rationalist |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- someone who emphasizes observable facts and excludes metaphysical speculation about origins or ultimate causes:positivist