Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A Scottish philosopher: Thomas Reid was an 18th-century Scottish philosopher. He is known as the founder of the Scottish School of Common Sense Philosophy. His philosophical work was a direct response to and critique of the ideas presented by David Hume.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The philosophy of Thomas Reid emphasized the principles of common sense as the foundation of knowledge.
  • In his critiques, Thomas Reid argued against David Hume's theory of ideas.

Advanced Usage

• "Reidian" (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the philosophy of Thomas Reid.
  • The Reidian approach to epistemology rejects radical skepticism.
• "Scottish Common Sense Realism": The school of philosophy founded by Thomas Reid.
  • Thomas Reid's Scottish Common Sense Realism was influential in early American thought.

Variants and Related Words

• Reidianism (n): The philosophical system or doctrines of Thomas Reid.
• Common Sense Philosophy: The philosophical movement initiated by Thomas Reid.

Synonyms

• Philosopher: A person engaged or learned in philosophy.
• Thinker: A person who thinks deeply or in a specified way.

Related Phrases

• "Reid's critique of Hume": A common phrase referring to Thomas Reid's philosophical objections to David Hume's empiricism and skepticism.
  • The seminar focused on Reid's critique of Hume.

Noun

1. Scottish philosopher of common sense who opposed the ideas of David Hume (1710-1796)