reductionism

IPA: rʌdˈʌkʃʌnɪzʌm

An approach to studying complex systems or ideas by reducing them to a set of simpler components.
(philosophy) A philosophical position which holds that a complex system is nothing but the sum of its parts, and that an account of it can be reduced to accounts of individual constituents. In a reductionist framework, the phenomena that can be explained completely in terms of relations between other more fundamental phenomena, are called "epiphenomena".

Examples of "reductionism" in Sentences

The scientist's insistence on reductionism led him to break down complex systems into their smallest components
Critics argue that reductionism oversimplifies the intricate interconnections of the natural world
The philosopher's approach to understanding the mind was rooted in reductionism, believing that all mental processes could be explained through basic principles
Reductionism can be a valuable tool in scientific research, but it should be used cautiously to avoid overlooking important complexities
Some scholars believe that reductionism limits our ability to fully comprehend the beauty and complexity of the universe