Akrasia

Akrasia (/əˈkrziə/; Greek ἀκρασία, "lacking command" or "weakness", occasionally transliterated as acrasia or Anglicised as acrasy or acracy) is a lack of mental strength or willpower, or the tendency to act against one's better judgment.[1] It is sometimes translated into English as incontinence ("a want of continence or self-restraint").[2] Beginning with Plato, a variety of philosophers have attempted to determine whether or not akrasia exists and how best to define it.

  1. ^ Frank, Thomas (22 January 2015). "How to Study Effectively: 8 Advanced Tips - College Info Geek". YouTube. Archived from the original on 21 December 2021. Retrieved 30 April 2020.
  2. ^ dictionary.com – incontinence