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Definition of Probabilism
1. Noun. A Roman Catholic system of casuistry that when expert opinions differ an actor can follow any solidly probable opinion that he wishes even though some different opinion might be more probable.
2. Noun. (philosophy) the doctrine that (since certainty is unattainable) probability is a sufficient basis for belief and action.
Category relationships: Philosophy
Generic synonyms: Philosophical Doctrine, Philosophical Theory
Derivative terms: Probabilistic
Generic synonyms: Philosophical Doctrine, Philosophical Theory
Derivative terms: Probabilistic
Definition of Probabilism
1. n. The doctrine of the probabilists.
Definition of Probabilism
1. Noun. (theology philosophy) The doctrine that, in the absence of certainty, probability is the best criterion. ¹
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Definition of Probabilism
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