HealthAugust 29, 2026
epistemic
eh-PIS-tuh-mik
Definition
Relating to knowledge or to the degree of its validation; specifically, possessing the power to define what is considered legitimate or credible knowledge.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'episteme', meaning knowledge or understanding. It entered English in the 20th century, primarily within philosophical and sociological contexts.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the 'power' of defining health challenges, arguing that African countries should have the authority to decide what counts as valid evidence rather than relying solely on external frameworks.
Diagnostics, disease surveillance central to Nigeria’s health sovereignty, says Adetifa
Read the full article ↗Peoples Gazette Nigeria