Pyrrhonism
noun | /pyrrhonism/
A philosophical form of skepticism that suspends judgment and questions whether certain knowledge is possible.
Pyrrhonism
noun | /pyrrhonism/
Advanced WordsVERY HARDA philosophical form of skepticism that suspends judgment and questions whether certain knowledge is possible.
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"Pyrrhonism encourages the philosopher to suspend judgment when evidence is inconclusive. Means: This philosophy advises withholding a firm opinion when the evidence does not settle the question."
"The essay contrasts Pyrrhonism with the confident claims of rationalist thinkers. Means: The essay compares radical philosophical doubt with thinkers who make confident knowledge claims."
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Pyrrhonism comes from Pyrrho, the philosopher associated with radical doubt and suspension of judgment.
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