postfoundationalism

noun

A theory of epistemology denoting a rejection of an assumed or given authority for a specific action or belief, but arguing, in dialectical fashion, for a rationale for action or belief.

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Meanings

nounpostfoundationalism (uncountable)
  1. uncountablehuman sciencesA theory of epistemology denoting a rejection of an assumed or given authority for a specific action or belief, but arguing, in dialectical fashion, for a rationale for action or belief.

Origin

From post- + foundationalism.

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postfoundationalism. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/postfoundationalism

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“postfoundationalism.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/postfoundationalism. Accessed November 2, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “postfoundationalism,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/postfoundationalism.

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