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noun
The doctrine that, in the absence of certainty, probability is the best criterion.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: human-sciences, philosophy, sciences
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noun
The casuistic doctrine that, in difficult matters of conscience, one may safely follow a doctrine that is probable, e.g. approved by a recognized Doctor of the Church, even if the opposite opinion is more probable.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
Topics: Catholicism, Christianity, lifestyle, religion, theology
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noun
(philosophy) the doctrine that (since certainty is unattainable) probability is a sufficient basis for belief and action
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory
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
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: casuistry
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