kantian
/ˈkæntiən/
adjective
- Relating to the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, especially his ideas about ethics, duty, and reason.
- The professor explained the Kantian concept of the categorical imperative in class.
- Many modern debates in philosophy still refer to Kantian ideas about human dignity.
- Her Kantian approach to ethics focused on universal moral rules rather than consequences.
noun
- A person who follows or supports the philosophy of Immanuel Kant.
- He became a Kantian after studying Kant's writings on moral duty.
- The conference brought together Kantians and utilitarians for a lively debate.
- As a committed Kantian, she believed that lying is always wrong.