De epistemische deugd



Example: De epistemische deugd helpt ons kritisch en objectief te denken.

Definition


"De epistemische deugd" refers to a virtue related to knowledge and understanding, emphasizing qualities that promote critical, objective, and reliable thinking. It helps individuals evaluate information carefully and develop sound beliefs based on evidence and reason.

Etymology


The term "de epistemische deugd" combines the Dutch word 'deugd,' meaning virtue, with 'epistemische,' derived from the Greek 'epistēmē,' meaning knowledge. Did you know? The concept of epistemic virtues has roots in ancient philosophy, highlighting traits that support good intellectual character.

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"De epistemische deugd" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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