intuitiosta
Intuitiosta is a neologism used in philosophy of mind and cognitive science to denote a stance that treats intuition as a legitimate epistemic resource and subject of systematic study. Proponents argue that intuitions—when well formed, reflected upon, and tested against data—can play a constructive role in theory formation, justification, and evaluation, alongside deduction, empirical observation, and formal modeling. The term is not universally defined, and its exact scope varies across authors, but it commonly signals a methodological position that values introspective insight as a starting point that warrants rigorous scrutiny.
Origins and usage: The word appears in online debates and some academic writings from the 2010s onward,
Key ideas: Intuitiosta emphasizes the role of trained, domain-relevant intuitions, arguing that experienced practitioners can access
Criticism: Critics warn that intuitions are highly subjective, context-dependent, and prone to bias, making systematic study
In practice: Intuitiosta remains a niche term used to frame discussions about the epistemic status of intuition