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What does 'de finere' mean?
to limit
What does the term 'etymology' mean?
What is a nominal definition based on?
Who originally coined the term 'philosophy'?
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PHILO means ______ in English.
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SOPHIA means ______ in English.
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What are the two types of created actual beings?
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All actual beings are created.
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What is an example of natural science?
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Match the following types of actual beings with their definitions:
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What is the object of intellect in man?
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What is the object of will in man?
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Study Notes
Definitions and Types
- “De finere” means to limit.
- Etymological definition derives meaning from origin; example: Bacolod originates from “Bakulod,” meaning “hill.”
- Nominal definition derives meaning from a name.
Real Definitions
- Real definitions can be:
- Conceptual: Defined by secondary sources, like dictionaries or books.
- Operational: Defined based on a specific study or operational context.
Philosophy
- Coined by Pythagoras, combining "philo" (love) and "sophia" (wisdom) to denote the love of wisdom.
- Philosophy is a science that investigates ultimate causes of phenomena using human reason.
Science Types
- Three main types of science:
- Natural Science (e.g., Biology)
- Physical Science (e.g., Physics)
- Social Science (e.g., Economics, Philosophy)
Types of Beings
- Two categories of beings:
- Potential: Exists without intrinsic contradiction.
- Actual: Exists in the present moment.
Created Actual Beings
- Two types of created actual beings:
- Living beings: Possess a soul, the principle of life.
- Non-living beings.
Types of Actual Beings
- Two categories:
- Uncreated beings: Relate to God, studied in Theology.
- Created beings.
Living and Created Actual Beings
- Types of living beings:
- Man: characterized by a rational soul.
- Plants: characterized by a vegetative soul.
- Animals: characterized by a sensitive soul.
Man
- Composed of body and soul, studied under Rational Psychology.
- Intellect aims at truth, connected to Logic and Epistemology.
- Will aims at good, connected to Ethics/Moral Philosophy.
Non-Living Entities
- Universe studied in Cosmology.
- Beyond the universe explored in Metaphysics.
Definitions and Types
- “De finere” means to limit.
- Etymological definition derives meaning from origin; example: Bacolod originates from “Bakulod,” meaning “hill.”
- Nominal definition derives meaning from a name.
Real Definitions
- Real definitions can be:
- Conceptual: Defined by secondary sources, like dictionaries or books.
- Operational: Defined based on a specific study or operational context.
Philosophy
- Coined by Pythagoras, combining "philo" (love) and "sophia" (wisdom) to denote the love of wisdom.
- Philosophy is a science that investigates ultimate causes of phenomena using human reason.
Science Types
- Three main types of science:
- Natural Science (e.g., Biology)
- Physical Science (e.g., Physics)
- Social Science (e.g., Economics, Philosophy)
Types of Beings
- Two categories of beings:
- Potential: Exists without intrinsic contradiction.
- Actual: Exists in the present moment.
Created Actual Beings
- Two types of created actual beings:
- Living beings: Possess a soul, the principle of life.
- Non-living beings.
Types of Actual Beings
- Two categories:
- Uncreated beings: Relate to God, studied in Theology.
- Created beings.
Living and Created Actual Beings
- Types of living beings:
- Man: characterized by a rational soul.
- Plants: characterized by a vegetative soul.
- Animals: characterized by a sensitive soul.
Man
- Composed of body and soul, studied under Rational Psychology.
- Intellect aims at truth, connected to Logic and Epistemology.
- Will aims at good, connected to Ethics/Moral Philosophy.
Non-Living Entities
- Universe studied in Cosmology.
- Beyond the universe explored in Metaphysics.
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Description
Explore the intricacies of definitions in philosophy with this quiz. Learn about etymological and nominal definitions, as well as real definitions like conceptual and operational meanings. Test your understanding of how words derive meaning from their origins and uses.
