telesis

[ tel-uh-sis ]

noun

, Sociology.

1. deliberate, purposeful utilization of the processes of nature and society to obtain particular goals.

telesis

/ ˈtɛlɪsɪs /

noun

1. the purposeful use of natural and social processes to obtain specific social goals

Word History and Origins

Origin of telesis¹

First recorded in 1895–1900, telesis is from the Greek word télesis completion

Word History and Origins

Origin of telesis¹

C19: from Greek: event, from telein to fulfil, from telos end

Example Sentences

Telesis Bio, Inc., down 35 cents to $2.53.

From Seattle Times

Companies like GE could lose some demand to such independent companies producing certified components that perform the same fit and function, as they can be cheaper and easier to procure in the current environment, said Abdol Moabery, CEO of Florida-based GA Telesis, which repairs and overhauls jet engines.

From Reuters

After plans by the now-defunct Corcoran Gallery of Art to use the former school as an educational space fell through due to the 2008 downturn, the Rubells partnered with the developers Telesis and Lowe Enterprises to create a museum and an apartment building that includes affordable housing.

From New York Times

When the 2008 economic crash ended that plan, the Rubells partnered with local developer Telesis in 2010 to bid on a development deal that included renovating the school for their art collection and building apartments on the surrounding land.

From Washington Post

Despite offering raises upwards of 10%, Telesis is working harder to retain labor as soaring housing prices in the company's South Florida location lead some workers to eye offers in more affordable areas.

From Reuters