La régression de la justification
Example: La régression de la justification soulève des questions philosophiques complexes.
Definition
"La régression de la justification" refers to a philosophical problem where each justification requires a further justification, potentially leading to an infinite regress. It highlights the difficulty in establishing a foundational reason or proof for beliefs or claims without endless questioning.
Etymology
The phrase "la régression de la justification" comes from French, combining 'régression,' meaning a backward movement or decline, and 'justification,' meaning the act of providing reasons or evidence. It reflects a concept in philosophy where attempts to justify knowledge or beliefs lead to a continuous backward chain of explanations.
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