possibilism
English
noun
Definitions
- (philosophy) The belief that possible things exist.
- The theory that the geographical environment sets certain constraints, but culture is otherwise determined by social conditions.
- An approach that pragmatically focuses on achievable goals rather than impossible ideals.
- (sometimes) Any of various socialist reform movements.
Etymology
Derived from Latin possibilis (that can be done, possible).
Origin
Latin
possibilis
Gloss
that can be done, possible