Welcome to Emotivism!

What is Emotivism?

Emotivism is an ethical theory that suggests that moral statements do not express propositions but emotional attitudes. In other words, saying "Stealing is wrong" is not to state a fact but to express an emotional response or discouragement of stealing. 🙈

Origins of Emotivism

Emotivism emerged during the 20th century, gaining prominence through the works of philosophers such as A.J. Ayer and Charles L. Stevenson. It offers an alternative to moral objectivism and is closely related to the broader philosophy of non-cognitivism.

Key Aspects and Criticisms

• Subjectivity: Emotivism highlights the subjective nature of moral judgments.
• Criticism: Critics argue it dismisses genuine moral dialogue, reducing moral discourse to expressions of preference.

Emotivism invites us to reflect on the personal and social roles of our emotive expressions. 😊