occultat

Occultat is a term used primarily as a neologism in fiction, speculative theory, and experimental linguistics to denote an outcome that remains hidden or unrevealed. It is not a standard term in major dictionaries, and there is no single, widely accepted definition. Depending on the context, occultat may refer to a concealed consequence, an unknown value in a model, or a secret result that drives a narrative.

Etymology and form: The word appears to be formed from the Latin occultus meaning hidden, paired with a nominal suffix such as -at to create a concrete noun. It is distinct from the English word occult, and it has not achieved widespread usage outside specific works or theoretical discussions.

Usage: In fiction, occultat often signifies the unknown outcome that motivates investigation or reveals itself only at a plot turning point. In theoretical discussions about prediction and measurement, it can designate the value of a hidden variable or an outcome that is not directly observable. Researchers and writers may use occultat to emphasize epistemic limits or to contrast observable results with concealed drivers.

Example: In a science fiction short story, the team learns that the occultat of their experiment—its hidden outcome—will determine whether humanity survives the crisis.

See also: outcome; result; hidden variable; occult; epistemology; uncertainty.