anthropocentric

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   regarding human beings as the central or most important element of existence, especially when interpreting nature or assigning value

   The philosopher rejected the anthropocentric assumption that nature exists chiefly for human use.

Formed from anthropo- ("human"), from Ancient Greek anthropos ("human being"), + centric ("having a center"), ultimately from Greek kentron ("center, sharp point"). The term describes views that place humanity at the center of explanation or moral concern.

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