Epistemisch
Example: Zijn epistemische vraagstukken zijn centraal in de hedendaagse filosofie.
Definition
"Epistemisch" is an adjective relating to knowledge or the study of knowledge, especially in philosophy. It describes concepts, questions, or issues that concern the nature, origin, and limits of human understanding and belief, as in 'His epistemic questions are central to contemporary philosophy.'
Etymology
The word "epistemisch" comes from the Greek root 'epistēmē,' meaning knowledge or understanding. It entered philosophical vocabulary through Latin and then Dutch, reflecting its deep connection to epistemology, the branch of philosophy that investigates knowledge itself.
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"Epistemisch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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