Definition of "anthropocentrism" [anthropocentrism]

• A viewpoint or theory that places human beings at the center of something, giving preference to human beings above all other considerations. (noun)

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• "Although a metaphysical assumption, anthropocentrism is of immense practical import, enabling modern states to command loyalty and resources from their subjects in pursuit of political projects."
• "Almost all therapists are trained to focus pretty exclusively on human-human relationships (yes, that's called anthropocentrism)."
• "Many humans are wonderful, and many things that humans have done are wonderful, but I have been thinking recently that a lot of misanthropy is, rather than being hateful, is simply a rejection of anthropocentrism. hmm."