valimustloendus
Valimustloendus is an Estonian term that denotes the explanatory framework used to justify a particular choice or decision. The word is a composite of valimus, meaning choice, and tõlgendus, meaning interpretation or explanation. It is typically employed in the context of moral philosophy, legal theory, and cognitive science to describe the process by which individuals articulate the rationale behind their decisions.
The concept emerged in the late twentieth century as scholars sought a concise way to refer to
Cognitive scientists study valimustloendus in relation to how the brain constructs post hoc justifications for decisions,
Although the term is relatively specialized, it has been referenced in interdisciplinary research on responsibility, agency,