De waarheidsplicht
Example: In de filosofie is de waarheidsplicht erg belangrijk.
Definition
"De waarheidsplicht" refers to the obligation or duty to tell the truth, especially in philosophical contexts where honesty and integrity are fundamental principles guiding behavior and thought.
Etymology
The term "de waarheidsplicht" comes from Dutch, combining "waarheid" meaning truth, and "plicht" meaning duty or obligation. It highlights the ethical responsibility to be truthful, a concept deeply rooted in philosophical traditions.
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"De waarheidsplicht" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the duty of truthfulness