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Entelechy
UK
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
US
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
Translation entelechy into russian
entelechy
Noun
UK
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
US
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
In philosophy, entelechy refers to the realization of potential.
В философии энтелехия относится к реализации потенциала.
Definitions
entelechy
Noun
UK
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
US
/ˈɛntəˌlɛki/
The realization of potential; the supposed vital principle that guides the development and functioning of an organism or system.
The philosopher discussed the entelechy of the seed, which contains the potential to become a tree.
In philosophy, especially in the context of Aristotle, the condition of a thing whose essence is fully realized; actuality as opposed to potentiality.
Aristotle's concept of entelechy explains how an acorn becomes an oak tree, reaching its full potential.