logicist
- adjective
- /ˈlɒdʒɪsɪst/
:
lógico
- She admired his logicist thinking, even if it sometimes seemed cold or detached.
Examples
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The debate was dominated by a logicist perspective, focusing only on facts and reasoning.
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His logicist approach to problem-solving often overlooked the human side of the issue.
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His approach was very logicist in nature.
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The logicist perspective emphasizes clarity and precision.
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The philosopher's argument was very logicist, emphasizing the importance of structured reasoning.
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In mathematics, a logicist approach can simplify complex problems by breaking them down into basic logical steps.
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A logicist perspective often leads to clearer conclusions in debates concerning abstract concepts.
Synonyms
100
3.9
Able to think clearly and make good choices
1
7.9
Based on reason rather than feelings or belief
How Logical
85
6.7
382
3.8
307
3.8
176
3.9
192
4.4
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word logicist comes from logic, which goes back to the Greek word logos meaning 'reason' or 'word', and the ending -ist, like in artist or scientist, meaning 'a person who practices or follows'. So, a logicist approach is one that uses strict, logical reasoning.