Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
haecceity
Noun
/ˈhɛk.sɪ.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The property of being a particular thing; the quality of being an individual or a unique entity.
Examples
- The haecceity of a person is what makes them unique, despite sharing many attributes with others.
- In philosophy, understanding haecceity can lead to deeper insights about identity and existence.
Meaning
Haecceity refers to the essence that distinguishes one individual from another. It is derived from the Latin ‘haecceitas’, meaning ‘thisness’.
Synonyms
- Uniqueness
- Thisness
- Particularity
