Chapter IV

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

worthy of acceptance or satisfactory

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

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From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

any person at all

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

the condition of having no hair on the top of the head

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

(Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

be similar, be in line with

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play)

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

plural of “definition” — a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

any formal system of reasoning that arrives at the truth by the exchange of logical arguments

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

extended verbal expression in speech or writing

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

third-person singular of “evade” — avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

serving as an essential component

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

past form of “judge” — determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

and nothing more

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

in a manner acceptable to common custom

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

not any; not one

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

plural of “play” — a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

a particular course of action intended to achieve a result

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

free of extraneous elements of any kind

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

on the contrary

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

showing reason or sound judgment

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

Identical; not different.

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

important in effect or meaning

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

tending to suggest or imply

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

of or relating to or consisting of syllogism

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading No anti-intellectualist philosophy legitimately evades the rules of the game of dialectic by the representation that it is a ‘method rather than a doctrine.’

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

by that means or because of that

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading If this doctrine is acceptable to reason, if it is reasonable, logical principles must determine it.

third-person singular of “undertake” — enter upon an activity or enterprise

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading BERGSON’S CRITIQUE OF PURE REASON What, then, is called philosophic “method” and is distinguished thereby from “doctrine,” is really, in fact, always the cardinal principle of the _content_ of the philosophy in question, its fundamental _doctrine_.

which person or people

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading For this is the game that anyone plays who undertakes to show, by reasonable discourse, why reality and knowledge conform to a certain definition, or (the same mental procedure) why they do not conform to other definitions.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Since dialectic is just significant discourse with a meaning to be judged, it may vary in form between any degree of syllogistic baldness, at one extreme, and of suggestive subtlety at the other.