Thinking And Believing Flashcards

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epiphany

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The sudden realization of or insight into an essential truth

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dogmatic

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Firmly stating personal opinions as truth

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pensive

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Deeply, often sadly thoughtful

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philosophy

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a. The study of reality based on logical reasoning rather than on observation or experimentation
b. A personal set of opinions and values by which one lives

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plausible

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Appearing to be true or reasonable

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ponder

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To think about carefully and thoroughly

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postulate

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a. To assume the truth of something, especially as the basis for study or argument
b. A basic principle; something accepted without proof

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rationality

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Logic and reasoning

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reverie

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A daydream; daydreaming; deep thought

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stratagem

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A cunning scheme meant to trick or decieve

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