Mechanistic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɛkəˈnɪstɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Mechanistic is an adjective meaning Having the impersonal and automatic characteristics of a machine.
Meaning
Having the impersonal and automatic characteristics of a machine.
More Meanings
- Predetermined by, or as if by, a mechanism.
- (philosophy) Having a physical or biological cause.
Example Sentences
Such ateleological explanation is what is meant by mechanistic explanation in the broad sense.
Synonyms for mechanistic
Depending on context, synonyms include mechanical.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mechanical, mechanism, mechanisms, automatic, robotic, deterministic.
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