Transcendentalism

ENZH

What Does Transcendentalism Mean?

  • 超验主义

Transcendentalism Pronunciation

/ˌtræn.sɛnˈdɛn.təl.ɪ.zəm/

Transcendentalism Definition

noun

Definition

A philosophical movement that emphasizes the inherent goodness of people and nature, and the belief that individuals can transcend the physical world and connect with a higher reality through intuition and spiritual experiences.

In ZH

一种哲学运动,强调人性和自然的固有美好,以及个人能够通过直觉和精神体验超越物质世界,与更高现实相连的信念。

How to Use Transcendentalism in a Sentence

  • Transcendentalism played a significant role in American literature during the 19th century.
  • The works of Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau are foundational texts of Transcendentalism.
  • Transcendentalism advocates for self-reliance and individualism.
  • Many aspects of nature are celebrated in Transcendentalist writings.
  • The movement influenced various forms of American art and philosophy.