De rechtvaardiging
Example: De rechtvaardiging van zijn theorie overtuigde veel filosofen.
Definition
"De rechtvaardiging" in philosophy refers to the process or reasoning that supports or validates a theory, belief, or action, demonstrating why it is considered acceptable, true, or justifiable. It involves providing evidence or arguments that convince others of its legitimacy.
Etymology
The word "de rechtvaardiging" comes from Dutch, combining 'recht' meaning 'right' or 'just' and 'vaardiging' from 'vaardigen,' meaning 'to make' or 'to bring about.' Together, it literally means 'making right' or 'justifying.' Did you know it shares roots with the English word 'right' and 'justice'?
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"De rechtvaardiging" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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