Words Flashcards
unequivocal
leaving no doubt; unambiguous.
epistemology
the philosophical study of the nature, origin, and limits of human knowledge. The term is derived from the Greek epistēmē (“knowledge”) and logos (“reason”), and accordingly the field is sometimes referred to as the theory of knowledge.
positivism
in Western philosophy, generally, any system that confines itself to the data of experience and excludes a priori or metaphysical speculations.
constructivism
Constructivism is a theory in education which posits that individuals or learners do not acquire knowledge and understanding by passively perceiving it within a direct process of knowledge transmission, rather they construct new understandings and knowledge through experience and social discourse, integrating new information with what they already know.
methodology
A body of practices, procedures, and rules used by those who work in a discipline or engage in an inquiry; a set of working methods.
refute
To prove to be false or erroneous; overthrow by argument or proof.
Arcane
understood by few; mysterious or secret.
method (programming)
A named sequence of statements
equanimity
calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation
levity
the treatment of a serious matter with humour or lack of due respect
judicious
having, showing, or done with good judgement or sense
foible
a minor weakness or eccentricity in someone’s character
solace
help and comfort when you are feeling sad or worried
poise
behavior or a way of moving that shows calm confidence
resilience
the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened
unwavering
never moving or looking away from something
never changing or becoming weaker
imperative
of vital importance; crucial
an essential or urgent thing
to foster
encourage the development of (something, especially something desirable)
catalyst
a condition, event, or person that is the cause of an important change
chronicle
to make a record or give details of something
turmoil
a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty
adage
a proverb or short statement expressing a general truth
camaraderie
a feeling of friendliness towards people that you work or share an experience with
resolutely
in an admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering manner
gird
encircle (a person or part of the body) with a belt or band
prepare oneself for something difficult or challenging
myopic
unable to understand a situation or the way actions will affect it in the future
corollary
something that results from something else
panacea
something that will solve all problems
intrinsic
being an extremely important and basic characteristic of a person or thing
stymie
to prevent something from happening or someone from achieving a purpose
penance
punishment inflicted on oneself as an outward expression of repentance for wrongdoing
distain
a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior
contempt
the feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration
tumultuous
very loud, or full of confusion, change, or uncertainty
deliberate
done consciously and intentionally
relentless
continuing in a determined way without any interruption
heterogeneous
diverse in character or content
team
a social system that shares tasks and goals
downpour
a lot of rain in a short time
wisdom
the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make good decisions and judgments
eloquent
fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
algorithm
a finite sequence of unambiguous instructions that accomplishes a well-defined task in a finite amount of time
narrative
a particular way of explaining or understanding events
