Baselessness

/ˈbeɪsləsnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of lacking any foundation, evidence, or valid basis.

Etymology

From baseless + -ness. This nominalization allows the adjective baseless to be discussed as an abstract concept or property that claims or accusations can possess.

Kelly Says

Philosophers and scientists care deeply about baselessness—it's the opposite of evidence-based thinking, which is why calling out the baselessness of an idea is actually an important part of how knowledge progresses.

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