Life Quote by Albert Einstein
“A thousand things can prove me right and one can prove me wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown source, attributed to Einstein
Many arguments support a view, but a single counterexample can refute it.
In simple terms: One counterexample can overturn many proofs.
Seek strong counterexamples.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debate
- scientific research
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions are you overlooking?
- How can you test your hypothesis?
Counterexamples may be rare or hard to find.