어떤 사실이나 주장의 진실성에 대해 의심을 품는 태도
A skeptical attitude or doubt as to the truth of something.
예문:
"The scientist viewed the extraordinary results with healthy skepticism."
"Public skepticism toward the government's promise is at an all-time high."
확실한 지식은 불가능하다거나 모든 지식은 불확실하다고 보는 철학적 이론
The philosophical theory that certain knowledge is impossible or that all knowledge is uncertain.
예문:
"Skepticism as a method of inquiry requires questioning every assumption."
"Hume's skepticism regarding causality remains a central topic in epistemology."
종교적 교리나 신의 존재에 대한 의심 또는 불신
Doubt or disbelief regarding religious doctrines or the existence of God.
예문:
"The rise of scientific discovery often leads to increased religious skepticism."
"Her skepticism about organized religion began in her early twenties."