Errableness

/ˈɛrəbəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality of being errable; the state of being capable of making mistakes or prone to error.

Etymology

From errable + the suffix '-ness' (quality of). This abstract noun form allows philosophers and theologians to discuss human fallibility as a formal concept.

Kelly Says

Recognizing human errableness is actually a sign of wisdom—people who acknowledge their own fallibility tend to be better learners and collaborators than those convinced they're always right.

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