Critical Theory

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun A person who advocates for a revision or reinterpretation of a particular theory, ideology, or historical event.

  • The historian presented a revisionist interpretation of the events leading up to the war.
  • Some people think the revisionist view of history is more accurate.
  • I heard there's a new revisionist theory going around about that famous battle.
  • The artist took a revisionist approach to traditional painting techniques.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'antimetaphysical' describes something that is opposed to or goes against metaphysical beliefs or principles.

  • The philosopher's antimetaphysical stance challenged traditional beliefs about the nature of reality.
  • She's always going on about her antimetaphysical theories, but I just nod and smile.
  • I don't buy into all that antimetaphysical mumbo jumbo.
  • His antimetaphysical approach to life allowed him to see things in a more practical light.