intentionalism

English

Etymology

From intentional +‎ -ism.

Noun

intentionalism (uncountable)

  1. The theory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author, whether stated or not.
  2. (psychology) Synonym of act psychology.
  3. (history) The theory that the Holocaust was the result of a preconceived plan and decision by Adolf Hitler.
    Coordinate term: functionalism

Translations

theory that the meaning of any text is determined by the intentions of its author
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