akrasia
[/əˈkreɪʒə/ or /ækˈreɪziə/]
nounfemininepl: akrasias
acrasia
1. A state of moral weakness or lack of self-control; the condition of acting against one's better judgment or moral principles despite knowing what is right
His akrasia led him to eat the entire cake despite his commitment to his diet.
Sua acrasia o levou a comer o bolo inteiro apesar de seu compromisso com a dieta.
2. In philosophy, particularly in Aristotelian ethics, the failure to act on one's own moral or rational convictions due to weakness of will
The philosopher discussed akrasia as a fundamental problem in ethics and human behavior.
O filósofo discutiu a acrasia como um problema fundamental na ética e no comportamento humano.
Akrasia is a classical philosophical concept originating from ancient Greek philosophy, particularly Aristotle's work. It remains relevant in modern discussions of self-control, addiction, and moral psychology. The term is primarily used in academic and philosophical circles in both English-speaking countries and Brazil, rather than in everyday colloquial speech.
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