Non-Cognitivism
Non-Cognitivism is a philosophical view in ethics that suggests moral statements do not express beliefs that can be true or false. Instead, these statements reflect emotional responses or attitudes. For example, when someone says, "Stealing is wrong," a non-cognitivist would argue that this statement conveys disapproval rather than a factual claim about stealing.
This perspective contrasts with Cognitivism, which holds that moral statements can be objectively true or false. Non-cognitivism is often associated with philosophers like A.J. Ayer and Simon Blackburn, who emphasize the role of emotions and social practices in shaping our moral language and judgments.