hartleian

/ˈhɑːrtliːən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to David Hartley, an English philosopher, or to his philosophical theories, particularly his association of ideas

“Hartleian theories of mind have been influential in the history of psychology.”

2. noun

a follower of David Hartley’s philosophical theories

“The hartleian movement has been associated with various philosophical and scientific developments.”

Synonyms

  • associationist
  • empiricist

Antonyms

  • nativist
  • rationalist