Equiprobabilist

/ˌɛkwɪprɒˈbæbɪlɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who believes in or practices equiprobabilism, especially in philosophical or statistical contexts.

Etymology

From 'equiprobabilism' + '-ist' (one who practices). This term developed in academic philosophy to describe proponents of equal probability reasoning.

Kelly Says

Medieval theologians actually used equiprobabilist reasoning when they had multiple religious authorities disagreeing—they'd weigh each position equally when Scripture wasn't clear!

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