The Emergence Machine

Gradual

abstract · time · Level 7 · E0

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Emergence definition

A process or change that unfolds over time, characterized by a continuous, non-discrete progression or accumulation, where energy drives transformation and development.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin language
English

Prerequisite chain

Possible path of this concept down to the fundamental substrate.

thisfoundationsL7L6L5L4L3L2L1L0GradualProgressionDirectionBearingSoftwareSystemWheelFormInformationProcessStartActionChangeExistenceMatterEnergyPatternSpaceTimeE1 concrete → E14 abstract

Neighborhood

Direct prerequisites above, concepts that depend on this one below.

used byprerequisitesProgressivismL8ReformismL8SenescenceL8DecrescendoL9DiffusionL10GradualL7ProgressionL6E1 concrete → E14 abstract

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Prerequisites

What you need to understand first.

  • Progression L6 (requires)
    Gradual: A process or change that unfolds over time, characterized by a continuous, non-discrete progression or accumulation.

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