La supposition
Example: La supposition que tu as faite semble correcte.
Definition
"La supposition" in philosophy refers to an assumption or proposition accepted as true without proof, used as a basis for reasoning or argument. It involves considering a statement or idea hypothetically to explore its implications or consequences.
Etymology
The word "la supposition" comes from the Latin 'suppositio', meaning 'placing under' or 'assumption.' It entered French through Old French, retaining the sense of putting forward a hypothesis. Did you know? Philosophers have long relied on 'la supposition' to test ideas before confirming their validity.
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