Gestalt
/ɡəˈʃtɑːlt/noun
A concept or experience regarded as a unified whole, often used in psychology.
Did you know?The term 'Gestalt' is rooted in a movement that revolutionized psychology, emphasizing that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts—an idea echoed in many spiritual practices today.
Etymological Timeline
German
German
Gestalt
“Shape, form, configuration.”
19th Century
German
Gestaltpsychologie
“Psychological theory focusing on perception and experience.”
20th Century
English
Gestalt
“Adopted into English as a psychological term, emphasizing holistic perception.”
Modern English
English
Gestalt
“Commonly used in various fields to denote a complete, perceivable unit.”
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