english word · 2026-07-19
Entelechy
noun
Meaning
The realization of potential; the soul or vital force that drives a being toward its natural completion or fulfillment. It represents the transition from a thought or idea into its final, perfect form.
Etymology
From the Greek word 'entelechia', composed of 'entelēs' (complete), 'echō' (to have), and 'telos' (end or purpose).
Examples
"The artist felt a profound sense of entelechy as she added the final brushstroke to her masterpiece."
"Philosophers often discuss the entelechy of an acorn, which is its inherent drive to become a mighty oak tree."
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