우주의 본질을 물질로 보고 정신 현상도 물질의 작용으로 파악하는 철학적 태도.
The philosophical theory that matter is the only reality and that all phenomena, including mental states and consciousness, are results of material interactions.
예문:
"Marxist theory is deeply rooted in historical materialism."
"The debate between materialism and idealism has shaped Western philosophy for centuries."
정신적인 가치보다 물질적인 소유나 육체적인 안락을 더 중요하게 여기는 경향.
A preoccupation with or emphasis on material objects, comforts, and considerations, with a disinterest in or rejection of spiritual, intellectual, or cultural values.
예문:
"Critics argue that modern materialism leads to a decline in community spirit."
"The holiday has become a symbol of rampant materialism rather than a time for reflection."
추상적이거나 상징적인 해석보다 사물의 물리적 실체와 실질적인 묘사를 중시하는 태도.
An approach in art or literature that emphasizes the physical reality of objects and the tangible world over abstract or symbolic interpretations.
예문:
"The painter's materialism is evident in the meticulous detail of the textures."
"The novel's gritty materialism provides a stark contrast to the romanticized versions of the city."