Doxastic

/dɒkˈsæstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to belief or opinion, especially in philosophical discussions about knowledge and justified belief.

Etymology

From Greek 'doxa' (opinion) plus the suffix -astic, creating a technical term used primarily in epistemology and philosophy of mind.

Kelly Says

Philosophers use 'doxastic' to talk about states of mind—your 'doxastic states' are basically everything you believe, which is way more interesting than it sounds because it includes things you don't realize you believe.

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