WorldAugust 31, 2026

anthropocentric

AN-thruh-poh-SEN-trik

Definition

Interpreting or regarding the world exclusively in terms of human values and experiences.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'anthropos' (human) and 'kentron' (center), this term emerged in the mid-19th century to describe the belief that human existence is the central or most important reality of the universe.

In the news

The article mentions that legal frameworks are moving away from being strictly anthropocentric by increasingly acknowledging that animals have their own subjective experiences and well-being.

Illinois Law Expands "Pet Custody" Principles Beyond Marriage

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Animal Legal Defense Fund

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