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presentist

/prɪˈzɛntɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does presentist mean?

noun

A person who believes that only the present moment is real, or a person who advocates for the present moment in a particular context. This can include a focus on the current time, the current situation, or the current perspective.

Example

"The philosopher was a presentist, arguing that the past and future are mere illusions."

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