Axiology
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Axiology is a noun meaning (uncountable, philosophy) The study of value(s), as regards origin, nature, functions, types, and interrelations; value theory.
Meaning
(uncountable, philosophy) The study of value(s), as regards origin, nature, functions, types, and interrelations; value theory.
More Meanings
- (countable) The particular value-theory of a philosopher, school of thought, etc.
Example Sentences
In his axiology, G. E. Moore maintains that "good" is the name of a simple, indefinable quality.
Word Forms
- axiologies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include axiologist, axiologization, aretology, autology, axiomatics, ontology.
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