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gestalt
an organized whole that is perceived as more than the sum of its parts.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
ex nihilo
out of nothing.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
somatic
relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
oblique
not explicit or direct when addressing a point.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
truism
a statement that is obviously true and is therefore not interesting or useful.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
obviedad
forerunner
a person or thing that precedes and indicates the approach of another.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
precursor
conceit
excessive pride in oneself; vanity.
Source: Stories of Your Life and Others - Ted Chiang
engreimiento