Foreordination

/ˌfɔːrɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/ noun

Definition

the act of ordaining, arranging, or determining something beforehand; predestination.

Etymology

From 'foreordinate' with the abstract noun suffix '-ation' (from Latin '-atio'), creating a noun for the concept of prearrangement or predestination.

Kelly Says

This is the most formal, abstract version—'foreordination' sounds most serious and theological, which is probably why theologians preferred it to 'foreordainment' when discussing divine plans.

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