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Thisness

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

(philosophy) A thisness is a primitive, particular, nonqualitative property of an individual, ie the property of being a specific individual..

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Synonyms for thisness

haecceity

Antonyms for thisness

Related Words

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What does thisness mean?

Thisness means (philosophy) A thisness is a primitive, particular, nonqualitative property of an individual, ie the property of being a specific individual..

What is a synonym for thisness?

Common synonyms include haecceity.

What is the opposite of thisness?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use thisness in a sentence?

Use thisness where its definition matches the intended context.

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