Ontológico



Example: A discussão ontológica sobre a existência humana é profunda.

Definition


"Ontológico" is an adjective used in philosophy to describe anything related to ontology, the branch that studies the nature of being, existence, and reality. For example, an ontological discussion explores fundamental questions about human existence and what it means to be.

Etymology


The word "ontológico" comes from the Greek roots 'onto-' meaning 'being' and '-logy' meaning 'study of.' It was adapted into Portuguese from Latin and Greek philosophical terminology, reflecting its deep roots in the study of existence and reality.

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