epistemology
Pronunciation
Noun
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The branch of philosophy concerned with the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ asks not just what we know, but how we can be sure we know it."
Answer: epistemology
In your own words, what does "epistemology" mean?
The branch of philosophy concerned with the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge.
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