skepticism

/ˈskɛp.tɪˌsɪ.zəm/ · noun

Meaning

The practice or philosophy of being a skeptic.
A studied attitude of questioning and doubt
The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible
A methodology that starts from a neutral standpoint and aims to acquire certainty though scientific or logical observation.
Doubt or disbelief of religious doctrines

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Related words

scepticism(English)incredulity(English)disbelief(English)agnosticism(English)mental rejection(English)mistrust(English)distrust(English)uncertainty(English)dogmatism(English)skeptic(English)deism(English)empiricism(English)

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