noun
empiricism
Philosophical term: the theory that knowledge comes primarily from sensory experience. Often contrasted with rationalism (合理主義).
See also: 経験論
ロックやヒュームは経験主義の代表的な哲学者だ。
Locke and Hume are representative philosophers of empiricism.
noun
relying on personal experience; judging based on experience
General attitude of valuing practical experience over theory or abstract reasoning. Used in everyday contexts.
彼は経験主義で、本に書いてあることより自分の体験を信じる。
He is an empiricist, trusting his own experience more than what is written in books.