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Subject

Core definition

In philosophy, subjects are thinking individuals who are ‘actors’ in society. While the nature of subjects is increasingly called into question, it has long been synonymous with ‘I’ or ‘self’ and the autonomy implied by these words.

Longer explanation

I know who I am. I am me. I make my own decisions. I write ...

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