Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The doctrine that all things tend toward ultimate good.
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- noun The
doctrine that theultimate end of all things isgood , although theintermediate means may beevil .
Etymologies
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Ancient Greek
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From agathism (the doctrine that all things tend towards ultimate good) to zemblanity (the opposite of serendipity), he offers definitions, etymology and quotes.
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From agathism (the doctrine that all things tend towards ultimate good) to zemblanity (the opposite of serendipity), he offers definitions, etymology and quotes.
NY Post: News By BILLY HELLER 2009
sionnach commented on the word agathism
the belief that everything will work out for the better
April 14, 2008