Reference meaning
possibilism
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The belief that possible things exist, as well as actual things.
Other meanings
2. noun
The theory that the geographical environment sets certain constraints, but culture is otherwise determined by social conditions.
3. noun
An approach that pragmatically focuses on achievable goals rather than impossible ideals.
4. noun
Any of various socialist reform movements.
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