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    Extensional and Intensional definitions are two key ways in which object or concept can be defined. Intensional definition In rationale and science, an intensional definition gives the importance of a term by indicating fundamental and adequate conditions for when the term ought to be utilized. On account of things, this is proportional to determining the properties that a question needs with a specific end goal to be considered a referent of the term. For instance, an intensional meaning of "single man" is "unmarried man". This definition is legitimate on the grounds that being an unmarried man is both an essential condition and an adequate condition for being a lone ranger: it is vital in light of the fact that one can't be a single guy without being an unmarried man, and it is adequate on the grounds that any unmarried man is a bachelor. This is the inverse way to deal with the extensional definition, which characterizes by posting everything that falls under that definition – an extensional meaning of lone wolf would be a posting of all the unmarried men in the world. As turns out to be clear, intensional definitions are best utilized when something has an unmistakably characterized set of properties, and they function admirably for…

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    In the dialogue Euthyphro, Socrates inquires into the nature of piety and goodness by questioning Euthyphro, whom Socrates deems to be somewhat of an expert on moral matters. Euthyphro defines piety as being that which the gods love. Socrates argues that this definition brings about a dilemma (named the Euthyphro dilemma) that Socrates believes has only two options, both of which challenge the common role that god and religion play in relation to morality. I will argue that perhaps these two…

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    A true friend accepts who you are but also helps you become who you are supposed to be. The definition of a true friend has changed over time. “The Japanese have a term, Kenzoku, which translated means “family”. The connotation suggests a bond between people who’ve made a similar commitment and share a similar destiny. It implies the presence of the deepest connection of friendship, of lives lived as comrades from the distant past.” (Lickerman, Alex. “The True Meaning of Friendship.” Psychology…

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    The Character of Work The simple definition of work as provided by Meriam-Webster is “a job or activity that you do regularly, especially in order to earn money” (Work, n.d.). While, this is a simple definition of work, I believe it is not the type of work that defines a person but their work character which defines them. To understand the importance of what one does to earn a living, and whether or not work defines them, one should explore these ideas through the works of Dorothy Sayers,…

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    by irregularities in normal body functioning (“History of Stress”, n.d.). According to R.B. Malmo, Selye 's personality may have been poorly tailored for detailed examinations. From the psychologist 's point of view, Selye lacked the ability to comprise vigilant, thorough analysis of the stressful situations and of the coping mechanisms (93). As a means of coping with stress people use different mechanisms such as avoidance and approach coping. Avoidance coping is coping with stress in a way…

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    New Reproductive technologies have opened a world of possibilities for having children, creating families, and creating bonds that are deeper than genetics. In particular, surrogacy is the most efficient and effective reproductive technology when trying to accomplish this. In this paper, I will argue that surrogacy redefines the definition of family in a positive light. Surrogacy is changing the world we live in for the better by creating bonds between human beings based on relationships,…

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    In terms of a nominal definition, we look at class as a specific system used throughout society, which divides people based on their social or economic status. We will also be measuring this term using qualitative data. In order to better measure class, it is important that we focus on the empirical indicators associated with it, specifically, one’s economic net worth, as well as their cultural and political status within society. With these, we are able to form an operational definition, which…

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    Socrates introduces the Guardian, Auxiliary, and Systemic class in addition to Justice. In this Socrates finally offers his own definition of justice. He discusses justice in two forms: justice in the city and justice in the individual. Justice in the city is whatever is best for the city in the form of class harmony (Plato 119-121). Earlier in Republic Socrates introduces the idea of specialization, where each person performs a single craft because then every single task can be done with…

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    Rape culture: this is the basis of Simone Chiang’s essay. The author explains that the universities become spectators instead of action takers when it comes to cases of rape reported by students. While the act itself is not encouraged, the culture is promoted as a form of bonding for the students. This is an argumentative essay written by Simone Chiang in the Active Reader book. Its main point is to show that rape culture exists in universities and colleges and is not “frowned” upon as it…

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    The definition of honor can vary from person to person, but honor is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as good name or public esteem. Many people see honor as pride and being willing to fight for something, and that is definitely part of it. Honor has changed over time, and that isn’t necessarily good or bad. Honor has conveyed different meanings over time, from the 1800s to now, and is definitely different from culture to culture. Honor has demarcated itself from what it used to be, in big…

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