Pseudoskepticism, also spelled pseudoscepticism, is a philosophical or scientific position that appears to be one of skepticism or scientific skepticism but is in reality a form of dogmatism. It presents itself outwardly as open, evidence-based inquiry while actually functioning to defend a predetermined conclusion against evidence or argument that would challenge it.
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Core ClaimA position that appears to be skepticism or scientific skepticism but is in reality a form of dogmatism 1 First Described Year Classification
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1. Pseudoskepticism - Wikipedia
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a philosophical or scientific position that appears to be that of skepticism or scientific skepticism but in reality is a form of dogmatism
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Will used the term "pseudo-skepticism" in 1942.
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