dinévitabilité

Dinévitabilité is a neologism referring to the perceived inevitability of certain historical outcomes or societal trends. The term, a portmanteau of "dinosaur" and "inevitability," suggests a sense of something immense and seemingly unstoppable, much like the extinction event that befell dinosaurs. It is often used to describe forces or events that appear to be beyond human control, leading to a predetermined future.

The concept of dinévitabilité draws parallels to historical determinism, the philosophical idea that past events have fixed the course of the future. However, dinévitabilité carries a more contemporary and sometimes colloquial connotation, frequently appearing in discussions about technological advancement, climate change, or economic shifts. It can imply a resignation to these developments, or conversely, a call to actively resist them if the perceived outcome is undesirable.

While the term lacks formal academic recognition, it serves as a shorthand for expressing a feeling of overwhelming forces shaping human civilization. It highlights the human tendency to seek patterns and predictability in complex systems, even when those systems are subject to myriad unpredictable variables. The discussion of dinévitabilité often touches upon the interplay between agency and structure, and the extent to which individuals and societies can influence the trajectory of their own existence.