De coherentie-theorie
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Definition
"De coherentie-theorie" refers to a philosophical theory of truth that emphasizes the consistency and logical connection among a set of beliefs or propositions rather than their correspondence with external reality. It holds that truth is determined by the coherence of an entire system of ideas.
Etymology
The term "de coherentie-theorie" originates from Dutch, combining "coherentie" meaning coherence or logical consistency, and "theorie" meaning theory. It reflects the idea that truth depends on the harmonious integration of beliefs, a concept developed in philosophy during the 19th and 20th centuries.
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"De coherentie-theorie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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