arthur schopenhauer
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A German philosopher: Arthur Schopenhauer was a 19th-century German philosopher known for his philosophical system and his influential writings on metaphysics, aesthetics, and ethics.
- A proponent of philosophical pessimism: He is most famous for his pessimistic view of existence, arguing that the world is fundamentally driven by a blind, irrational will, leading to inevitable suffering.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The philosophy of Arthur Schopenhauer had a profound impact on later thinkers like Friedrich Nietzsche.
- In his major work, "The World as Will and Representation," Arthur Schopenhauer presents his core metaphysical ideas.
Advanced Usage
- Schopenhauerian (adj): Relating to or characteristic of the philosophy of Arthur Schopenhauer.
- The novelist's bleak worldview is often described as Schopenhauerian in its outlook.
Variants and Related Words
- Schopenhauerianism (n): The philosophical doctrines or system of Arthur Schopenhauer.
- Schopenhauerianism emphasizes the primacy of the will and the futility of desire.
Synonyms
- The philosopher of pessimism: A common epithet for Arthur Schopenhauer.
- The hermit of Frankfurt: A nickname referencing his later reclusive life in Frankfurt.
Noun
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German pessimist philosopher (1788-1860)
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