temporality

CEFRC1

/ˈtɛmpərəl/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The condition of existing in time.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The condition of being bounded in time (of being temporal).

Examples

  • Temporality is the state of existing within or being defined by time.

  • The philosopher explored the concept of human temporality and existence.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

Deep Dive

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In context

  • The study explores the concept of temporality in modern literature.

  • "This means 'that all temporality points beyond itself' (Hart 1973, 32)."

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Origin

noun

From temporal + -ity, from Latin temporalitas.