agonistic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or involving conflict or competition, especially between individuals or groups.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with agonistic
monistic , agonistic , anastomotic

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Variants

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agonistic , agonistically

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'agonistikos', meaning 'contestant' or 'competitor'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'agonistic' is often used in the field of neuroscience to describe the communication between neurons.

2. In ancient Greek theater, the agon was the competitive portion of the festival, where actors would perform and be judged by the audience.

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Related Concepts

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1. dialectic: A philosophical method of discovery and inquiry that involves the clash of opposing ideas and the resolution of contradictions through rational argument and critical discourse.

2. conflict theory: A sociological perspective that emphasizes the role of conflict and competition in shaping social relationships and institutions.

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Culture

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In philosophy, agonistic refers to the idea of engaging in productive conflict and debate as a means of advancing knowledge and understanding. This concept has been explored in various philosophical and literary works, including Plato's dialogues and Nietzsche's concept of the 'eternal recurrence'.

How to Memorize "agonistic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a competition or debate between two individuals or groups, with each side advocating for their respective positions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'agonistic' with the idea of a productive conflict or debate.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the Greek origin of the word and associate it with the idea of contestants or competitors.

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