The epistemic virtue
Example: Curiosity is often considered the fundamental epistemic virtue in philosophy.
Definition
"The epistemic virtue" refers to qualities or traits that promote the acquisition, retention, and transmission of knowledge in a reliable and responsible manner. It encompasses characteristics like intellectual honesty, open-mindedness, and curiosity, which are essential for critical thinking and sound reasoning in philosophy.
Etymology
The term "the epistemic virtue" combines 'epistemic,' derived from the Greek word 'epistēmē,' meaning knowledge or understanding, with 'virtue,' which comes from the Latin 'virtus,' denoting moral excellence or strength. Together, they highlight qualities that are valuable for knowledge acquisition and philosophical inquiry.
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"The epistemic virtue" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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