The Addiction Philosophy Map
Teleology
Glossaries
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Teleology |
teleology
1 a : the study of evidences of design in nature b : a doctrine (as in vitalism) that ends are immanent in nature c : a doctrine explaining phenomena by final causes 2 : the fact or character attributed to nature or natural processes of being directed toward an end or shaped by a purpose 3 : the use of design or purpose as an explanation of natural phenomena
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