existentialism
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A philosophical movement centered on the idea that individuals must create their own meaning and values in a universe that provides none on its own.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ was hugely influential in postwar literature, especially in France."
Answer: existentialism
In your own words, what does "existentialism" mean?
A philosophical movement centered on the idea that individuals must create their own meaning and values in a universe that provides none on its own.
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