intentionalism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The theory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author, whether stated or not.
  2. Synonym of act psychology.
  3. The theory that the Holocaust was the result of a preconceived plan and decision by Adolf Hitler.

Word forms

intentionalism

Etymology

From intentional + -ism.

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