Epistemologisch
Example: De epistemologische discussie richt zich op de aard van kennis.
Definition
"Epistemological" is an adjective relating to epistemology, the branch of philosophy concerned with the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge. It describes discussions or theories about how knowledge is acquired, justified, and validated, as in the phrase 'The epistemological discussion focuses on the nature of knowledge.'
Etymology
The word "epistemological" derives from the Greek word 'epistēmē,' meaning knowledge, combined with the suffix '-logical,' indicating a field of study or discourse. It entered English through Latin and French scholarly traditions, reflecting the study of knowledge's foundations and scope.
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"Epistemologisch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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