benthamite (Meaning)
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benthamite (n.)
One who believes in Benthamism.
Synonyms & Antonyms of benthamite
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benthamite Sentence Examples
- Benthamite utilitarianism advocates for actions that produce the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
- Jeremy Bentham, the founder of Benthamism, believed in the principle of utility as the basis for ethics.
- The Benthamite calculus assesses the consequences of actions to determine their moral worth.
- The Benthamite approach to law aims to maximize overall happiness through a system of rewards and punishments.
- Benthamite economic theory emphasizes the pursuit of individual self-interest as a means to create a better society.
- The Benthamite notion of "felicific calculus" attempts to quantify happiness and pain to guide moral decision-making.
- Critics argue that Benthamism promotes a narrow and hedonistic understanding of happiness.
- Benthamite ethics prioritize the welfare of the majority over the rights of individuals.
- The Benthamite legacy continues to influence contemporary debates on utilitarianism and social policy.
- Benthamite principles have been applied in fields such as law, economics, and social welfare to promote the pursuit of happiness and reduce suffering.
FAQs About the word benthamite
One who believes in Benthamism.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Benthamite utilitarianism advocates for actions that produce the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
Jeremy Bentham, the founder of Benthamism, believed in the principle of utility as the basis for ethics.
The Benthamite calculus assesses the consequences of actions to determine their moral worth.
The Benthamite approach to law aims to maximize overall happiness through a system of rewards and punishments.
