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    Externalism is a position that emphasizes the importance of external factors or conditions in understanding or evaluating a particular subject matter. It stands in contrast to internalism, which gives primary significance to internal factors or states.

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    • Epistemic Externalism

    Epistemic Externalism argues that knowledge is not solely based on an individual's internal mental states, but also depends on external factors. This philosophy challenges the traditional idea of knowledge as solely a product of one's internal thought processes.

    • Metaphysical Externalism

    Metaphysical Externalism is a position within metaphysics that pertains to the nature of certain entities or properties and their relationship to external factors or conditions. It focuses on the view that the nature or identity of entities, properties, or concepts is dependent on factors that are external to the individual or the mind.

    • Semantic Externalism

    Semantic Externalism, also known as Content Externalism or Externalism About Meaning, is a position within the philosophy of language that emphasizes the role of external factors in determining the meaning and reference of linguistic expressions. It stands in contrast to Semantic Internalism, which asserts that meaning is solely determined by internal mental states or concepts.

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