monism
The doctrine of the oneness and unity of reality, despite the appearance of diversity in the world.
Other meanings
The doctrine that there is a single source of political authority, especially that the church is subordinate to the state or vice versa.
The legal doctrine that international law forms part of domestic law automatically after ratification or accession.
Related words
- theomonism
Word history
From Ancient Greek "μόνος" (alone).
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