TELEOLOGICALLY

Etymology

Adverb

teleologically (not comparable)

In a teleological context or manner.

Source: Wiktionary


TELEOLOGICAL

Te`le*o*log"ic*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. téléologique.] (Biol.)

Definition: Of or pertaining to teleology, or the doctrine of design.

– Te`le*o*log"ic*al*ly, adv.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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