How We Think

Exploring the concept of meaning, the book delves into the relationship between meaning and understanding, emphasizing their equivalence. It discusses how meaning is central to thought and reflection, asserting that understanding is essential for grasping significance in communication. The text highlights the distinction between direct and indirect understanding, illustrating how context influences our interpretation of sounds and words. Ultimately, it presents a framework for examining how meanings develop and apply within the process of judgment and inference.