Philosophical theory

A philosophical theory or philosophical position[1] is a view that attempts to explain or account for a particular problem in philosophy.[citation needed] The use of the term "theory" is a statement of colloquial English and not a technical term.[2] While any sort of thesis or opinion may be termed a position, in analytic philosophy it is thought best to reserve the word "theory" for systematic, comprehensive attempts to solve problems.[3]

  1. ^ Dictionary of Theories, Jennifer Bothamley
  2. ^ Lacey, A.R. (1976). A Dictionary of Philosophy (second ed.). London and New York: Routledge. p. 122. ISBN 0-415-05872-4.
  3. ^ Sparkes, A.W. (1991). Talking Philosophy: a wordbook. New York, New York: Routledge. p. 114. ISBN 0-415-04222-4.