teleologist

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Noun teleologist has 1 sense

teleologist - advocate of teleology
--₁ is a kind of advocate, advocator, proponent, exponent

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Teleologist

Definition:

A teleologist is a person who believes in or adheres to teleology, the philosophical concept that explains phenomena in terms of their purpose or function. In teleology, things are explained with reference to their ultimate goal or end.

Sense 1:

Noun - A philosopher or thinker who studies teleology.

Example sentence: Many teleologists argue that the complexity of the human eye is evidence of intelligent design.

Sense 2:

Noun - Someone who believes that everything is directed towards a specific purpose or goal.

Example sentence: The teleologist emphasized that every event in the universe is interconnected and contributes to an ultimate plan.

Sense 3:

Adjective - Describing someone or something that is guided or influenced by teleological principles.

Example sentence: The teleologist approach to economic development focuses on achieving sustainable growth while considering long-term social impacts.