What is another word for nominalism?
Pronunciation: [nˈɒmɪnəlˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Synonyms for the term "nominalism" include nominalistic, nominalistic philosophy, and nominalist ontology. Nominalism is a philosophical term that refers to the view that only individual objects have real existence, and that generality and universality are merely mental constructs. Nominalism is often contrasted with realism, which argues that there are universal, objective features of the world that exist independently of our mental constructions. Nominalism has its roots in medieval philosophy, but has remained influential in modern philosophy, especially in discussions regarding the ontology of abstract objects like numbers and ideas. Despite its contested status, nominalism has been a valuable and ongoing contribution to philosophical discourse.
