
Entelechy
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Перевод слова "entelechy" на Русский язык
entelechy
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In philosophy, entelechy refers to the realization of potential.
В философии энтелехия относится к реализации потенциала.
Опеределения
entelechy
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(Aristotelian philosophy) The actualization or complete realization of a thing's inherent potential; actuality as opposed to mere possibility.
For Aristotle, form is the entelechy of matter, bringing it from potentiality into actuality.
(Vitalism, rare) A supposed vital force or principle that guides and perfects the development and functioning of living organisms.
Some early biologists invoked entelechy to explain the seemingly purposeful growth of embryos.