Rationalization (making excuses) — For other uses, see Rationalization. In psychology and logic, rationalization (or making excuses[1]) is an unconscious defense mechanism in which perceived controversial behaviors or feelings are logically justified and explained in a rational or … Wikipedia
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industrialism — industrialism, industrialization Both words denote the transition in methods of production which has been responsible for the vastly increased wealth creating capacity of modern societies compared with traditional systems. It should be noted that … Dictionary of sociology
industrialization — industrialism, industrialization Both words denote the transition in methods of production which has been responsible for the vastly increased wealth creating capacity of modern societies compared with traditional systems. It should be noted that … Dictionary of sociology
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France — /frans, frahns/; Fr. /frddahonns/, n. 1. Anatole /ann nann tawl /, (Jacques Anatole Thibault), 1844 1924, French novelist and essayist: Nobel prize 1921. 2. a republic in W Europe. 58,470,421; 212,736 sq. mi. (550,985 sq. km). Cap.: Paris. 3.… … Universalium
Germany — /jerr meuh nee/, n. a republic in central Europe: after World War II divided into four zones, British, French, U.S., and Soviet, and in 1949 into East Germany and West Germany; East and West Germany were reunited in 1990. 84,068,216; 137,852 sq.… … Universalium