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

Reductionism is often criticized for oversimplifying complex systems by breaking them down into their individual parts
In science, reductionism can lead to valuable insights, but it may overlook the interactions that are crucial to understanding a whole
The philosophy of reductionism argues that understanding the components of a system can fully explain its behavior
Critics of reductionism suggest that it can result in a loss of context and meaning, particularly in fields like psychology and sociology
Embracing a holistic approach can sometimes provide a more comprehensive view than strict reductionism allows