Philosophy A-Level
Eudaimonia
What Eudaimonia means in Philosophy A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Eudaimonia
Often translated as 'happiness', but better understood as 'human flourishing' or 'living and doing well'.
Topics that use Eudaimonia
- Moral philosophy (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Categorical Imperative
- Cognitivism vs. Non-cognitivism
- Ethical Naturalism vs. Non-naturalism
- Good Will
- Moral Realism vs. Anti-realism
- Moral Status and Personhood
- Normative Application
- Phronesis (Practical Wisdom)
Using Eudaimonia in the exam
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