Example: The philosopher's argument relied heavily on teleology to explain history's purpose.
Definition
"Teleology" is the study or explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by their causes. It often involves interpreting historical events or natural processes as having an intended goal or design, such as in the philosopher's argument relying heavily on teleology to explain history's purpose.
Translations
teleología
teleologie
teleologia
téléologie
Teleologie
Etymology
The word "teleology" comes from the Greek words 'telos,' meaning 'end' or 'purpose,' and 'logos,' meaning 'study' or 'discourse.' Did you know that teleology originally referred to the philosophical idea that everything in nature has a purpose or goal, which has influenced many thinkers throughout history?
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"Teleology" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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