Kritisch
Example: Ze is kritisch over de ideeën in de filosofieles.
Definition
"Kritisch" is an adjective used to describe someone who carefully evaluates ideas, arguments, or situations, often questioning their validity or quality. In philosophy, being "kritisch" means approaching concepts with thoughtful skepticism and analytical rigor.
Etymology
The word "kritisch" comes from the Greek word "kritikos," meaning 'able to judge.' It entered Dutch through Latin and German, carrying the original sense of evaluating or judging carefully. Did you know? The concept of being "kritisch" has been essential in philosophy since ancient times, encouraging deeper understanding through questioning.
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"Kritisch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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