Which term describes adhering tentatively to recently acquired opinions and being prepared to examine new evidence and arguments even if it leads one to discover flaws in one's own cherished beliefs?

• A. Healthy Skepticism
• B. Intellectual Humility
• C. Courage
• D. Highly Motivated

Answer: (B)

Open-mindedness about one's own beliefs and willingness to revise them in light of new evidence is what intellectual humility is all about. This describes the habit of tentatively holding opinions while being ready to examine new arguments and even confront flaws in cherished beliefs. It’s not about never forming beliefs or doubting everything; it’s a stance of learning, where you accept your view might be wrong and actively seek better reasons and facts before you settle on something. This makes it a better fit than simply focusing on doubting external claims, which is more about skepticism than about changing your own mind. It’s also not about courage or motivation, which relate to bravery or drive rather than the willingness to adjust your beliefs. So the term that captures this readiness to adjust beliefs when faced with new evidence is intellectual humility.