El empirismo
Example: El empirismo sostiene que el conocimiento viene de la experiencia.
Definition
"El empirismo" is a philosophical doctrine asserting that knowledge originates primarily from sensory experience. It emphasizes observation and evidence gathered through the senses as the foundation for understanding reality, rather than relying on innate ideas or pure reason alone.
Etymology
The term "el empirismo" comes from the Greek word 'empeiria,' meaning 'experience.' It entered Spanish through Latin and French, reflecting the idea that knowledge is based on practical experience. Did you know? The word 'empiricism' was once used skeptically to describe unscientific trial-and-error methods before becoming a respected philosophical stance.
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"El empirismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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