Explanation
Scrutiny of communicated information and its source for credibility, plausibility, and potential deception. Understanding remains open to a statement without fully surrendering judgment to it.
Example
A surprising claim is appraised in light of prior knowledge and the reliability of the source.
Counterexample
Blanket distrust without examination is not differentiated epistemic vigilance.
Distinction
Distinguishing from evidentiality: Blanket distrust without examination is not differentiated epistemic vigilance.
Effect on thought and perception
Understanding is open to a statement without completely surrendering judgment to it.
Resonance
Epistemic vigilance makes a directed relationship perceptible: Understanding is open to a statement without completely surrendering judgment to it.
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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Epistemic vigilance“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-133-033. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-133-033The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.