Definitions

1. noun

a philosophical movement, especially in the fields of metaphysics, epistemology, and the philosophy of consciousness, that emphasizes the role of duration and the importance of considering the qualitative and spatial nature of time and experience.

“The philosopher’s work was heavily influenced by the principles of Bergsonism, which sought to redefine the concept of time in modern philosophy.”

2. noun

the philosophical ideas of Henri Bergson, particularly those related to duration and the nature of time and consciousness.

“Bergsonism played a significant role in shaping the development of existentialism and phenomenology in the 20th century.”