emotionalism

/ɪˈmoʊʃənəˌlɪzəm/
noun
  1. A tendency to rely on or emphasize emotions rather than reason or logic.
    • Emotionalism in the courtroom can sway a jury unfairly.
    • The politician's speech was criticized for its emotionalism instead of facts.
    • Some art movements embrace emotionalism over strict realism.
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