Die pragmatische Wahrheitstheorie
Example: Die pragmatische Wahrheitstheorie betont den praktischen Nutzen von Aussagen.
Definition
"Die pragmatische Wahrheitstheorie" refers to a philosophical concept that defines truth based on the practical effects and usefulness of beliefs or statements, emphasizing that a statement is true if it works effectively in real-life applications.
Etymology
The term "die pragmatische Wahrheitstheorie" combines 'pragmatische,' derived from the Greek 'pragma' meaning 'deed' or 'action,' and 'Wahrheitstheorie,' meaning 'truth theory.' It originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly associated with philosophers like Charles Sanders Peirce and William James who emphasized practical consequences in defining truth.
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