veritism

/ˈvɛrɪtɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A belief in the importance of truth and honesty in politics and society.

“The politician’s campaign was based on a commitment to veritism.”

2. noun

A philosophical or theoretical approach that emphasizes the role of truth in understanding human behavior and society.

“The academic’s work was influenced by a form of veritism that prioritized empirical evidence.”

Synonyms

  • honesty
  • truthism

Antonyms

  • deception
  • dissimulation