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Humean

adj · noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈhjuːmɪən/
  • Received-Pronunciation: hyo͞oʹmĭən
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adj

Meaning 1

Of or pertaining to the philosophy of David Hume (1711–1776).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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noun

Meaning 2

An adherent or advocate of Humean doctrines.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From Hume (“David Hume”) + -an.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Czech: humovský — of or pertaining to the philosophy of David Hume