A justificação epistêmica



Example: A justificação epistêmica é essencial para validar o conhecimento científico.

Definition


"A justificação epistêmica" refers to the process or reasons that adequately support the truth or validity of a belief or knowledge claim, ensuring it is rationally acceptable in the field of philosophy, especially epistemology. It is crucial for validating scientific knowledge.

Etymology


The phrase "a justificação epistêmica" comes from Portuguese, combining "justificação," meaning justification or explanation, with "epistêmica," derived from the Greek word "epistēmē," meaning knowledge. Did you know? "Epistēmē" was used by ancient philosophers like Aristotle to distinguish true knowledge from opinion.

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