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solipsism
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Meaning
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The philosophical theory that only one's own mind is certain to exist, and that external reality and other minds cannot be truly known or proven.
Example Sentence
The philosopher argued against solipsism, asserting that a shared external reality must exist beyond individual perception.
Usage Note
Use 'solipsism' when discussing philosophical theories that question the existence of anything outside one's own mind, or to describe an extreme form of self-centeredness where one believes only their own experiences are real and valid.
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