The goal
Example: The goal of life is to be happy and kind.
Definition
"The goal" in philosophy refers to the ultimate aim or purpose that an individual or group seeks to achieve, often guiding actions and decisions. It represents a desired end state, such as happiness or virtue, that provides meaning and direction to life or thought.
Etymology
The phrase "the goal" originates from the Old English word 'gāl,' meaning boundary or limit, which evolved to signify a target or endpoint. Did you know? The term was originally used in sports to mark the endpoint of a race or game before being adopted in broader contexts like philosophy.
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"The goal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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