The No-Proposition View of Vagueness

Paula Sweeney

doi:10.1163/18756735-09302007

The No-Proposition View of Vagueness

Paula Sweeney^* (Corresponding Author)

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Abstract

This paper proposes a novel method of identifying the nature of vague sentences and a novel solution to the sorites paradox. The theory is motivated by patterns of use that language users display when using vague predicates. Identifying a coherent cause of this behaviour provides us with a theory of vague sentences that is behaviour- rather than paradox-led. The theory also provides a solution to the sorites paradox and is therefore more explanatory than other available theories of vagueness.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	179-195
Number of pages	17
Journal	Grazer Philosophische Studien
Volume	93
Issue number	2
Early online date	18 May 2016
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1163/18756735-09302007
Publication status	Published - May 2016

Keywords

language
sorites
permissibility
judgement
vagueness
borderline

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Paula Sweeney
- School of Divinity, History & Philosophy, Philosophy - Senior Lecturer
- School of Divinity, History & Philosophy, Centre for Knowledge and Society (CEKAS)
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