Involution

Last updated February 03, 2026

Involution may refer to:

Mathematics

Involution (mathematics), a function that is its own inverse
Involution algebra, a *-algebra: a type of algebraic structure
Involute, a construction in the differential geometry of curves
Exponentiation (archaic use of the term)

Socioeconomics

Involution (economics), an economic concept that describes an excess of competition^[1]
Neijuan, a Chinese concept related to intense social pressure
Agricultural Involution , a 1963 study of intensification of production through increased labour inputs

Philosophy

Involution (esoterism), several notions of a counterpart to evolution
Involution (Meher Baba), the inner path of the human soul to the self as described by Meher Baba
Involution (Sri Aurobindo), term in the philosophy of Sri Aurobindo

Other uses

Involution (medicine), the shrinking of an organ (such as the uterus after pregnancy)
Involution (album), a 1998 music album by Michael Marcus and the Jaki Byard trio

References

↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/business/china-involution-competition-deflation.html

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