English Explanatory Dictionary

transhumanism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A philosophy favouring the use of science and technology, especially neurotechnology, biotechnology, and nanotechnology, to overcome human limitations and improve the human condition.

Word forms

transhumanism transhumanisms H+ H-plus

Etymology

From trans- + humanism, coined by British evolutionary biologist, philosopher, author Julian Huxley in 1957.

Synonyms

posthumanism

Related words

transhuman transhumanist bioconservatism human enhancement positive eugenics superhuman übermensch
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