axiogenesis
English
Pronunciation
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˌæksɪəˈd͡ʒɛnɪsɪs/
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GA" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˌæksioʊˈd͡ʒɛnɪsɪs/
Etymology 1
Representing a hypothetical (deprecated template usage) [etyl] Ancient Greek etymon of the form *ἀξιογένεσις (*axiogénesis, “generation according to value”), coined from the extant roots ἀξία (axía, “worth, value, also estimate of [a thing’s] worth”) + γένεσις (génesis, “production, generation, coming into being, creation, formation, origination”).
Noun
axiogenesis (uncountable)
- (philosophy) A form of metaphysical optimism in which the state of affairs actually obtains which is the one most favourable (of all possible states of affairs) to the development of intelligence and the interests of intelligent beings.
Derived terms
Translations
form of metaphysical optimism
See also
Etymology 2
Noun
axiogenesis (uncountable)
- (biology) Alternative form of axogenesis