intersubjectivity
- noun
- /ˌɪntərsəbˈdʒɛktɪvɪti/
- Formal
- In order to improve communication, both parties must strive for intersubjectivity to understand each other's perspectives.
- the concept of intersubjectivity
- intersubjectivity in relations
- shared intersubjectivity
Examples
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The intersubjectivity of social meanings and knowledge is shaped and can only evolve through group negotiations.
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A long sociological tradition recognizes intersubjectivity, the mutual fashioning of selves in social interaction, as the basis both for human thought and for individual identity.
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And is communication a matter of intersubjectivity?
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Responsible action to meet a legitimate rights claim ensures both a healthy intersubjectivity and social progress.
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In my psychology class in college, we were studying a concept called 'intersubjectivity.'
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One aspect of this intersubjectivity is the intersubjective communication of meaning.
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Many instances of intersubjectivity in student relations and group goal setting during the co-construction of knowledge were observed.
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The intersubjectivity between teachers and students paves the way for meaningful dialogue by the instructor through 'guided participation'.
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And Livia Polanyi explains that the intersubjectivity of everyday conversation and storytelling necessitates the importance of stories' relevance to their listeners.
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A strong sense of intersubjectivity is essential for building trust and empathy in relationships.
Synonyms
A friendly, trusting relationship where people understand each other and talk easily
A situation where two or more people share the same feelings and ideas
A very close natural connection between two people that helps them understand each other's thoughts
A situation where people understand each other and agree
A shared understanding people form when they interact
How Shared
- Formal
Surface Forms
Morphology
intersubjectivity = intersubjective (semi-transparent) = inter + subject + ity
Formed from 'intersubjective' + '-ity' in a regular way, but the base adjective is a technical term so the derived noun's exact philosophical meaning may not be obvious to average learners.
Etymology
The word intersubjectivity combines inter- meaning 'between' and subject meaning 'person' or 'topic', and a helpful way to remember it is to think of it as what happens 'between people' who share ideas; so intersubjectivity is the shared understanding that makes communication and social interaction possible.