energesis

/ɛnɜrˈɡɛsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of coming into being or development, especially the unfolding of a process or the emergence of a concept.

“The philosopher’s theory of energesis attempted to explain the emergence of consciousness in human beings.”

Synonyms

  • development
  • emanation
  • emergence

Antonyms

  • destruction
  • extinction