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relativist

/ˌrɛləˈtɪvɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does relativist mean?

noun

A person who believes that all knowledge is relative and that truth is determined by the individual's perspective or cultural background. A relativist may argue that moral or aesthetic judgments are subjective and that there is no objective truth.

Example

"The philosopher was a relativist who believed that cultural norms and values were relative and subjective."

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