2. (Logic)
Defn: One of the five most general relations of attributes involved in logical arrangements, namely, genus, species, difference, property, and accident.
PREDICAMENT
Pre*dic"a*ment, n. Etym: [Cf. F. prédicament, L. praedicamentum. See
Predicate.]
1. A class or kind described by any definite marks; hence, condition; particular situation or state; especially, an unfortunate or trying position or condition. "O woeful sympathy; piteous predicament!" Shak.
2. (Logic)
Defn: See Category.
Syn.
— Category; condition; state; plight.
PREDICAMENTAL
Pre*dic`a*men"tal, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to a predicament. John Hall (1646).
PREDICANT
Pred"i*cant, a. Etym: [L. praedicans, -antis, p. pr. of praedicare.
See Predicate.]