De causaliteit
Example: We bestuderen de causaliteit tussen oorzaak en gevolg nauwkeurig.
Definition
"De causaliteit" refers to the relationship or principle where one event (the cause) directly influences or brings about another event (the effect). It is fundamental in philosophy to understand how and why things happen in sequence or connection.
Etymology
The term "de causaliteit" comes from the Latin word 'causalitas,' derived from 'causa,' meaning cause. It entered philosophical vocabulary to describe the principle of cause and effect, highlighting how causes lead to consequences. Did you know? The concept has been central since ancient philosophical debates on how events are interconnected.
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"De causaliteit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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