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noun
Any theory of psychology based on configurational properties, but especially Gestalt psychology
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences
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noun
(psychology) a theory of psychology that emphasizes the importance of configurational properties
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: Gestalt psychology
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: scientific theory
History
From configuration + -ism.
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