| Mental objects: Mental objects are internal representations of the world, such as concepts, images, and memories. They are the building blocks of thought, and they allow us to think about things that are not physically present, such as the past, the future, and abstract concepts. See also Objects of thought, Objects of belief, Beliefs, Thoughts, Picture, Images, Memory._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. |
