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Empiricist

An empiric.

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Philosopher 76% connected

One who philosophizes; one versed in, or devoted to, philosophy.

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Empiricism 74% connected

The method or practice of an empiric; pursuit of knowledge by observation and experiment.

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Empiricism 74% connected

The method or practice of an empiric; pursuit of knowledge by observation and experiment.

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