Meaning ofreductivismin English

Noun

1. simplifying to the most basic elements; minimalism
   The artist's use of reductivism resulted in a minimalist sculpture.
2. reducing mental states to physical processes
   Reductivism in philosophy aims to explain mental states through physical processes.
3. a minimalist art movement (1950s onwards)
   The reductivism art movement emerged in the 1950s, characterized by simplicity.
4. a minimalistic music style; simplicity in composition
   The composer's adoption of reductivism led to a hauntingly simple melody.