Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
telic
Adjective
/ˈtɛlɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a process or action that has a goal or purpose.
Examples
- The telic nature of the project was evident, as every team member understood their specific goals.
- In linguistics, telic verbs are those that indicate an action directed towards a conclusion, like ‘build’ or ‘finish’.
Meaning
The term ‘telic’ signifies an intention or a desired outcome in actions or processes, particularly in linguistics and philosophy.
Synonyms
- goal-oriented
- purposeful
- resultative
