| Pronunciation: | | 'fungkshu`nlizum
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WordNet Dictionary |
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- [n] any doctrine that stresses utility or purpose
- [n] a psychology based on the assumption that all mental process are useful to an organism in adapting to the environment
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FUNCTIONALISM is a 13 letter word that starts with F. |
| | See Also: | | doctrine, ism, philosophy, psychological science, psychology, school of thought |
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Glossary |
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| | Definition: | | the theory that all elements of a culture are functional in that they serve to satisfy culturally defined needs of the people in that society or requirements of the society as a whole. |
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