epistemology
/ɛˌpɪstəˈmɑɫəˌdʒi/
the theory of knowledge, especially regarding methods and validity
epistemology in a sentence
“Epistemology asks how we can know what we know.”
Origin of epistemology
Greek episteme knowledge, understanding from epistanai to know, understand + -logia study of
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the art of investigating truths through discussion and logical argument
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a method enabling discovery or problem-solving through practical experience
zeitgeist
the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history
weltanschauung
a particular philosophy or view of life; a worldview