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skepticism in Finnish

skepticism in Finnish is skepticism, skeptisismi, skeptisyys — skepticism means a questioning, doubtful attitude toward claims that aren't backed by solid evidence.

skepticism in Finnish

skepticism
noun
(philosophy) The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible.
skeptisismi
noun
(philosophy) The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible.
skeptisyys
noun
A methodology that starts from a neutral standpoint and aims to acquire certainty through scientific or logical observation.
skepticism
noun
Doubt or disbelief of religious doctrines.
skeptisismi
noun
Doubt or disbelief of religious doctrines.
skeptisyys
noun
Doubt or disbelief of religious doctrines.

What does "skepticism" mean?

  1. noun A questioning, doubtful attitude toward claims that aren't backed by solid evidence.
    "His skepticism about the miracle cure turned out to be justified."
  2. noun A philosophical position holding that certain or absolute knowledge is impossible.
    "The course covered ancient Greek skepticism as a school of philosophy."

skepticism in a sentence

  • His skepticism about the miracle cure turned out to be justified.
  • The course covered ancient Greek skepticism as a school of philosophy.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "skepticism" in Finnish?

"skepticism" in Finnish is skepticism, skeptisismi, skeptisyys. skepticism means: A questioning, doubtful attitude toward claims that aren't backed by solid evidence.

How do you use "skepticism" in a sentence?

Example: "His skepticism about the miracle cure turned out to be justified." In Finnish, "skepticism" is skepticism, skeptisismi, skeptisyys.

Are there other ways to say "skepticism" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 3 translations listed for "skepticism": skepticism, skeptisismi, skeptisyys.

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