axiology

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The study of value(s), as regards origin, nature, functions, types, and interrelations; value theory.
  2. The particular value-theory of a philosopher, school of thought, etc.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

axiology axiologies

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἄξιος (áxios, “worthy”) + -λογία (-logía, “study of”).

Derived words

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