The metaphysical necessity
Example: The metaphysical necessity of causation underpins many philosophical arguments.
Definition
"The metaphysical necessity" refers to a condition or state in philosophy where something must be the case by its very nature, independent of any physical or empirical circumstances. It signifies an essential truth that cannot be otherwise, such as the necessity of causation in certain philosophical frameworks.
Etymology
The phrase "the metaphysical necessity" combines 'metaphysical,' derived from the Greek 'meta' meaning 'beyond' and 'physika' meaning 'physical things,' with 'necessity,' originating from Latin 'necessitas,' meaning 'inevitability' or 'compulsion.' Together, they express the concept of an essential truth beyond the physical realm.
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