How to Pronounce Presentism

To pronounce "presentism", say PRES-ent-ism — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PRES-ent-ism

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"presentism" has 3 syllables: pres-ent-ism.

What does presentism mean?

noun

  1. The view that neither the future nor the past exist (events and entities that are wholly past or wholly future do not exist at all).
  2. The belief that only current phenomena are relevant.

Antonyms

eternalism

Related words

pastismpossibilistpotentialismactualismprojectivismallismneartermismconceptionalist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "presentism"?▾

"Presentism" has 3 syllables: pres · ent · ism.

What does "presentism" mean?▾

Presentism: The view that neither the future nor the past exist (events and entities that are wholly past or wholly future do not exist at all).

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