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1. directed or tending toward a goal or purpose; purpose-driven 2. denoting the final end or purpose, as distinguished from ecbatic (N.B. ecbatic denotes a mere result or consequence, which differs from telic, which denotes intention or purpose)

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  • Adjective : a telic conjunction
  • I like the term "telic" a lot better, but I'm not necessarily convinced that's the best word, either.
  • Why do you think that quote from Darwin is "telic" Are you claiming "perfection" is an intelligently selected goal?
  • I am inflammatory and satirical, etc., but also smart enough to know the difference between "telic" and "non-telic," Todd Berkebile.
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