Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
teleology
Noun
/ˌtɛliˈɒlədʒi/
Definition
The study of the purpose or design in natural phenomena.
Examples
- Many philosophers have debated the concept of teleology in the context of ethics.
- In biology, some argue that teleology helps explain evolutionary processes.
- Aristotle is well-known for his teleological perspective on nature.
Meaning
Teleology is the philosophical explanation that proposes that natural events or processes have purpose or direction.
Synonyms
- Purposefulness
- Design
- Aim
- End goal
