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bentham

/ˈbɛn.θəm/

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noun

/ˈbɛn.θəm/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к английскому философу и юристу, известному как основатель утилитаризма (1748-1831).

A proper noun referring to an English philosopher and jurist, known as the founder of utilitarianism (1748-1831).

uncountable · proper noun

  1. English philosopher and juristC1formal

    Jeremy Bentham was an English philosopher, jurist, and social reformer who is best known as the founder of utilitarianism, a moral theory that advocates for actions that maximize happiness and minimize suffering.

    ruАнглийский философ и юрист

    • Bentham's philosophy of utilitarianism has influenced modern ethics and legal systems.
    • He argued that the best action is the one that produces the greatest good for the greatest number.
    • Bentham's work on legal reform helped shape modern criminal justice.