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korzybski

 

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Noun korzybski has 1 sense
  1. Korzybski, Alfred Korzybski, Alfred Habdank Skarbek Korzybski - United States semanticist (born in Poland) (1879-1950)
    --1 is a kind of semanticist, semiotician

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Korzybski

Description:

Korzybski refers to Alfred Korzybski, a Polish-American philosopher and scientist who developed the theory of general semantics. General semantics explores the ways in which human beings use language and symbols to represent the world and how these linguistic structures influence our perception and understanding of reality.

Sample Sentences:

  • Studying Korzybski's works can greatly enhance one's understanding of the complexities of language.
  • By applying Korzybski's ideas, we can improve communication and reduce misunderstandings.
  • Korzybski's concept of "the map is not the territory" suggests that our perception is distinct from the actual events or objects being perceived.

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