The coherentism
Example: The coherentism of her argument convinced the entire philosophy seminar.
Definition
"The coherentism" is a philosophical theory about justification, where beliefs are justified by their coherence with a system of interconnected beliefs rather than by foundational or basic beliefs. It emphasizes logical consistency and mutual support among ideas within a belief network.
Etymology
The term "the coherentism" derives from the word 'coherence,' which originates from the Latin 'cohaerere,' meaning 'to stick together.' Did you know? The concept gained prominence in epistemology during the 20th century as an alternative to foundationalist theories.
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