WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

autotelic

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective autotelic has 1 sense
  1. autotelic - of or relating to or believing in autotelism

Definitions from the Web

Autotelic

Definition:

Autotelic describes a person who is focused on an activity purely for its own sake, finding intrinsic satisfaction and enjoyment in the process rather than seeking external rewards.

Examples:

  1. Adjective (Sense 1): Jack's autotelic nature makes him truly passionate about painting. He spends hours lost in his artwork, finding immense joy in the creative process.
  2. Adjective (Sense 2 - Popular): The concept of an autotelic life encourages individuals to seek activities that provide inner fulfillment, enabling a more meaningful existence.
  3. Adjective (Sense 3 - Local): In the local community, the autotelic approach to gardening has gained popularity. People are embracing gardening as a way to connect with nature and find solace in nurturing plants.
  4. Noun: Jane's poetry reflects her autotelic personality, as she writes purely for the sake of expressing her emotions and thoughts, without seeking publication or recognition.
  5. Adverb: Mark engaged in the hiking trip autotelically, feeling the sheer joy of being in nature with every step he took.

Possible related products on Amazon:

autosomal dominant disorder autosomal genes autosomal recessive defect autosomal recessive disease autosome autosomes autostrada autosuggestion autotelic autotelism autotomic autotomise autotomize autotomy autotrader autotroph autotrophic

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus