Formalism
philosophy of mathematics, stressing axiomatic proofs through theorems specifically associated with David Hilbert.
- A certain rigorous mathematical method: see formal system.
- In the study of the arts and literature, formalism refers to the style of criticism that focuses on artistic or literary techniques in themselves, in separation from the work's social and historical context. See formalism (art), formalism (literature).
See also: formalist.
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