utilitarianism

Utilitarianism is a philosophy that focuses on the maximization of happiness. This means that the philosopher or theorist tries to find the best way to achieve the most happiness for the largest number of people.

  • utilitarianism is based on the idea that the greatest amount of happiness can be found by doing what is best for the majority.

  • The utilitarian believes that the best way to achieve the maximum amount of happiness is to provide everyone with the same amount of happiness.

Definition of utilitarianism

noun

doctrine that the useful is the good; especially as elaborated by Jeremy Bentham and James Mill; the aim was said to be the greatest happiness for the greatest number

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Example Sentences for utilitarianism

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    The architecture was utilitarian in the extreme.

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    The effect is utilitarian and bland.

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    The idea of an admin is utilitarian.

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    I'm not supporting the utilitarianism argument.

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    Is it the utilitarian text on the record label

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    So the issue here is utilitarian.

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    How is the Mona Lisa utilitarian

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    Also, retributive has no connection to utilitarianism.

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    The architecture and layout of the town is largely utilitarian.

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    The attributes of shelter and arrangement are primarily utilitarian.