probabilism en · NOUN
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) The doctrine that, in the absence of certainty, probability is the best criterion.
- (uncountable, usually) The casuistic doctrine that, in difficult matters of conscience, one may safely follow a doctrine that is probable, e.g. approved by a recognized Doctor of the Church, even if the opposite opinion is more probable.
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| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| probabilisms | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (2)
el πιθανισμός (doctrine) · el πιθανοκρατία (doctrine)