teleological

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or being a purpose or goal, especially the purpose that something is believed to serve, or the end to which something is directed.

  - "The teleological explanation of the universe is that it has a purpose or goal."
  - "The teleological view of history sees events as leading towards a particular end."

• noun

  The belief that the universe or natural phenomena have a purpose or goal.

  - "Teleological determinism is the belief that the universe operates according to a predetermined plan."
  - "Some philosophers argue against teleological explanations of natural phenomena."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with teleological
reveals , seals , heals , peals

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Variants

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teleologic , teleological , teleologically

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Etymology

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From the Greek teleos, 'complete, perfect', and logia, 'study of'.

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Trivia

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1. Teleology is a key concept in Aristotelian philosophy.

2. Teleology has been used in various religious traditions, including Christianity and Islam, to explain the purpose of existence.

3. Teleological explanations have been criticized by scientists, including Charles Darwin, who argued that natural phenomena could be explained by natural causes rather than a predetermined plan.

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Related Concepts

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1. Final Cause: In Aristotelian philosophy, the final cause is the purpose or goal towards which something strives.

2. Teleological Determinism: The belief that the universe operates according to a predetermined plan or purpose.

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Culture

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Teleology has been a significant concept in various philosophical, religious, and scientific contexts. In philosophy, teleology has been used to explain the purpose or goal of existence. In religion, the concept of teleology is often associated with the belief in a divine plan or purpose. In science, teleological explanations have been criticized for being non-testable and non-falsifiable.

How to Memorize "teleological"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a goal or purpose. Imagine a arrow pointing towards a target to represent teleological.
   - Imagine a clockwork universe with all parts moving towards a predetermined end.

2. associate
   

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   - Associate the word teleological with the idea of a predetermined plan.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Teleology: The end of the story.
   - Teleology: The goal of theology.

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