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Relativism

usgb/ˈrelətɪvɪzəm/Volume
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Context Matters

Consider the speaker's background to understand their perspective when they talk about relativism.

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In discussions about manners, John's relativism made him question if shaking hands is a universal greeting.
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Avoid Assumptions

Don't assume that beliefs are universal; 'relativism' highlights that many views are subjective.

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Seeing relativism in action, she knew one country's common meal might be another's delicacy.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Use 'relativism' to acknowledge the validity of different cultural practices and viewpoints.

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Traveling abroad, Mike embraced relativism by participating in local traditions.
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