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The epistemological implications of large language models remain a subject of considerable debate among philosophers of mind.

epistemological adj.

Relating to the theory of knowledge, especially with regard to its methods, validity, and scope.

"The epistemological crisis challenged long-held assumptions."
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HoverWord remembers words you've looked up so you can review them later. Build vocabulary passively.

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Translation uses your own DeepL or OpenAI key (BYOK). Definitions work without any key.
Does it work on PDFs? +
Yes — HoverWord works on PDFs viewed in Chrome, including Google Drive PDFs and direct PDF links.
Can I disable it on certain sites? +
Yes. Click the extension icon to toggle HoverWord off for the current site. It remembers your preference.

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