1. Plural of biocentrism; philosophical or ethical perspectives that regard living organisms or nature as having intrinsic value and moral significance, rather than value only in relation to human interests.
Usage: philosophy; environmental ethics

Examples

• Different biocentrisms propose varying degrees of moral consideration for non-human life.
• Environmental philosophers debate the merits of various biocentrisms in addressing ecological crises.
• Some biocentrisms extend moral rights to all sentient beings, while others focus on ecosystems as a whole.
• The rise of biocentrisms in environmental thought has challenged traditional human-centered worldviews.
• Biocentrisms offer alternative frameworks for understanding humanity's relationship with nature.