Ontological

usgb/ˌɑːntəˈlɑːdʒɪkl/
adjective

Related to ontology, the study of what things exist or can exist and their nature.

He discussed ontological arguments in his philosophy class.
Visual representation of "ontological" - Related to ontology, the study of what things exist or can exist and their nature.

Often appears as...

  • ontological argument
  • ontological commitment

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Philosophical Term

It's a technical term used mainly in philosophical contexts to discuss existence and reality.

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The ontological status of abstract concepts remains a subject of debate.
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Not Physical

Ontological often refers to things that aren't physical but involve the essence of being.

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His thesis explores the ontological nature of virtual identities.
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Complex Arguments

Ontological arguments can be complex; they often require understanding of abstract reasoning.

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She found the ontological debates about artificial intelligence quite challenging.
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