logicism

/ˈlɒdʒɪsɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the theory that mathematics is reducible to logic

“The mathematician’s work was heavily influenced by his adherence to logicism.”

2. noun

a philosophical system that holds that the laws of logic are the basis of all reasoning and knowledge

“The scholar’s book on logicism provided a comprehensive overview of its historical development.”

Synonyms

  • formalism
  • mathematicism

Antonyms

  • empiricism
  • intuitionism