🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

회의론

Pronunciation / Transliteration: hoeiron

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Skepticism/ˈskɛp.tɪ.sɪ.zəm/
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그 제안에 대해 상당한 회의론이 존재한다."

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As noun
  1. 1

    An attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object.

    "Public skepticism about the new policy remains high."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'skepticism' originates from the Greek word 'skeptikos', meaning 'thoughtful' or 'inquisitive'. It evolved through Latin and Old French before entering the English language in the late 16th century, reflecting a philosophical approach that questions the validity of knowledge and beliefs.

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