Definition

A person who studies or believes in teleology, which is the philosophical idea that everything has a purpose or goal.

Example

The teleologist argued that every event in nature has a specific purpose.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a teleologist?

No, what’s that?

It's someone who studies purpose in nature, like why things happen.

That sounds really interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teleologist → It is formed from "teleo-" (from Greek "telos", meaning end or purpose) and "-logist" (from Greek "logistēs", meaning one who studies or specializes in). The word refers to someone who studies or believes in the purpose or end goal of things.

Memory Tip

Think of 'telos' meaning 'purpose' — a teleologist is someone who studies the purpose or end goal of things.

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