Certainness

/ˈsɜːrtnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being certain; the condition of being sure, definite, or without doubt.

Etymology

From 'certain' (Latin 'certus') with the suffix '-ness' forming an abstract noun indicating a state or quality.

Kelly Says

In philosophy and science, certainness is actually impossible to achieve completely—which is why scientists talk about 'confidence levels' instead of 'certainness,' acknowledging that all knowledge comes with tiny doubts!

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