Supervenientia

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A state or condition arising as a consequence of another, existing in connection with it yet not inherently part of it
2. An occurrence that follows another event or situation, providing an additional layer or dimension that is not essential but still relevant
3. A phenomenon that presents itself as a result of prior circumstances, adding complexity without being a fundamental aspect of the original scenario

Etymology: This is the plural of "supervenient," which comes from Latin "supervenire," meaning "to come upon" or "to arrive in addition." The verb combines "super," meaning "upon" or "above," with "venire," meaning "to come." The form itself is the neuter plural of the Latin present participle, so it literally means "things coming upon or in addition." English took the adjective mainly for technical use. In philosophy, "supervenient" describes a property or condition that depends on, and varies with, a more basic set of facts, such as mental states depending on physical states. The plural form is rare in English and is typically used when discussing several such conditions at once.