existentialism
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɛɡzɪˈstɛnʃəlɪzəm/
Definition
A philosophical movement emphasizing individual freedom, personal responsibility, and the necessity of creating one's own meaning in an indifferent or absurd universe.
Examples
Many students find existentialism challenging because it forces them to confront the burden of total personal choice.
The post-war era saw a surge in existentialism as thinkers grappled with the apparent meaninglessness of global conflict.
His existentialism was not a gloomy outlook, but rather a call to live authentically despite the lack of inherent purpose.
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