About The Word Conatus
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Conatus
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What's The Definition Of Conatus?Synonyms | Synonyms for Conatus: Related Terms | Find terms related to Conatus: See Also | Conatus In Webster's Dictionary \Co*na"tus\, n. [L., fr. conatus, p. p. of conari to
attempt.]
A natural tendency inherent in a body to develop itself; an
attempt; an effort.
What conatus could give prickles to the porcupine or
hedgehog, or to the sheep its fleece? --Paley.
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