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geocentrism

geocentrism

9.6
The belief that the Earth or human life is the most important part of the world
  • noun
  • /ˌdʒiːoʊˈsɛntrɪzəm/
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  • In debates about scientific theories, geocentrism is often mentioned to illustrate how human perspective can influence thought.

Examples

  • Many historians argue that the fall of geocentrism paved the way for modern astronomy and a more accurate understanding of our solar system.

  • Did someone propose that geocentrism is a metaphor for our place in "God's heart"?

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  • The belief in geocentrism was prevalent among ancient civilizations, as they viewed the Earth as the center of the universe.

Synonyms

geocentric model
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  • Specialized
1 8.3

A view that Earth is at the center and the Sun and stars move around it

is a broader worldview that makes Earth or humans most important in existence

Surface Forms

geocentrism singular
geocentrisms plural

Morphology

geocentrism = geocentric (semi-transparent) = geo + centr + ism

The word is built regularly from 'geocentric' plus '-ism', but the abstract worldview sense is a figurative extension of the literal earth-centered idea.

Etymology

The word geocentrism comes from geo- 'earth' and -centrism 'center', and it also names a way of thinking that puts the Earth or human life at the middle of importance. So calling an idea geocentrism means it treats Earth or people as the central or most important part of everything.