acrasia
|a-cra-sia|
C2
/əˈkreɪziə/
lack of self-control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acrasia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ἀκρασία' (akrasia), where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'kratos' meant 'power' or 'strength'.
Historical Evolution
'ἀκρασία' transformed into the Latin word 'acrasia', and eventually became the modern English word 'acrasia'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lack of power or strength', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of self-control'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a state of acting against one's better judgment; lack of self-control.
Despite knowing the consequences, his acrasia led him to make poor decisions.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 06:21