Bishop Berkeley

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • An Irish philosopher and Anglican bishop: Bishop Berkeley refers to George Berkeley, an 18th-century intellectual known for his immaterialist philosophy and his clerical role in the Church of Ireland. He is famous for opposing philosophical materialism, particularly the ideas of thinkers like Thomas Hobbes.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The philosophy of Bishop Berkeley challenges the existence of a material world independent of perception.
    • In his writings, Bishop Berkeley argued that "to be is to be perceived."
Advanced Usage
  • "Berkeleian" or "Berkeleyan": Pertaining to the philosophy of Bishop Berkeley.
    • His idealist arguments are considered a cornerstone of Berkeleian thought.
Variants and Related Words
  • George Berkeley: The full name of the philosopher.
  • Berkeleianism / Berkeleyanism (n): The philosophical system developed by Bishop Berkeley, emphasizing subjective idealism.
    • Berkeleianism posits that objects only exist as ideas in minds.
Synonyms
  • The Bishop of Cloyne: A title referring to his specific bishopric in Ireland.
  • The Irish Idealist: A descriptive term highlighting his nationality and philosophical school.
Related Phrases
  • "esse est percipi": A Latin phrase meaning "to be is to be perceived," which is the central tenet of Berkeley's philosophy.
    • Bishop Berkeley is best known for the principle "esse est percipi."
Noun
  1. Irish philosopher and Anglican bishop who opposed the materialism of Thomas Hobbes (1685-1753)

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