agathology
|a-ga-thol-o-gy|
C2
/ˌæɡəˈθɒlədʒi/
study of the good
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agathology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agathos,' where 'agathos' meant 'good.'
Historical Evolution
'agathos' transformed into the English word 'agathology' through the addition of the suffix '-logy,' which denotes 'the study of.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the study of good,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the study or science of the good, especially in a moral or ethical context.
Agathology explores the principles of what constitutes a good life.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 02:21