gedankenexperiments
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:Einstein used thought experiments to develop his theories of relativity.
Definition:A mental experiment involving the consideration of the results of some hypothetical situation, typically in order to arrive at a conclusion about the real-world implications of the given premise.
From thought experiment
Example:The philosopher conducted a series of thought experiments to explore the nature of consciousness.
Definition:Systematic and critical investigation into fundamental beliefs about philosophy, including questions of reality, existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
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