empirism

/ɛmˈpaɪrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A theory or doctrine that knowledge derived from experience and observation is the only source of valid knowledge, and that it is the only basis of reasoning.

“The philosopher’s empiricism led her to reject any theory that wasn’t backed by empirical evidence.”

Synonyms

  • empiricism
  • empiricist

Antonyms

  • rationalism
  • speculation