Definition of Instrumentalism. Meaning of Instrumentalism. Synonyms of Instrumentalism

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Definition of Instrumentalism

Instrumentalism
Instrumentalism In`stru*men"tal*ism, n. (Philos.) The view that the sanction of truth is its utility, or that truth is genuine only in so far as it is a valuable instrument. -- In`stru*men"tal*ist, n. Instrumentalism views truth as simply the value belonging to certain ideas in so far as these ideas are biological functions of our organisms, and psychological functions whereby we direct our choices and attain our successes. --Josiah Royce.

Meaning of Instrumentalism from wikipedia

- In philosophy of science and in epistemology, instrumentalism is a methodological view that ideas are useful instruments, and that the worth of an idea...
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- "Powerhouse" (1937) is an instrumental musical composition by Raymond Scott, perhaps best known today as background music for chase and ****embly line scenes...
- "Spain" is an instrumental jazz fusion composition by jazz pianist and composer Chick Corea. It is likely Corea's most recognized piece, and is considered...
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