Karl Theodor Jaspers
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Definition
Proper noun: - Karl Theodor Jaspers: A German psychiatrist and philosopher, known for his work in existential philosophy and psychopathology. He lived from 1883 to 1969.
Usage
- This term is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific historical figure.
- It is typically used in academic, historical, or biographical contexts.
Examples
- made significant contributions to both psychiatry and existential philosophy.
- The concept of "the Encompassing" is central to the philosophy of .
- Many students read alongside other existentialist thinkers.
Advanced Usage
- "Jaspersian" (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the ideas of Karl Jaspers.
- His analysis took a Jaspersian approach to understanding human existence.
Variants and Related Words
- Jaspers: A common shortened form of his surname used in reference.
- Jaspers argued that communication is fundamental to human existence.
Synonyms
- Karl Jaspers: The most frequent abbreviated form.
- There are no true conceptual synonyms for a proper noun referring to a unique individual.
Related Phrases
- Existential philosophy/psychiatry: The primary fields with which he is associated.
- "Philosophy of Existence": The title of one of his major works, often used to describe his thought.
Noun
- German psychiatrist (1883-1969)