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hormic theory

hor·me the·o·ry
H h

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [hawr-mee thee-uh-ree, theer-ee]
    • /ˈhɔr mi ˈθi ə ri, ˈθɪər i/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [hawr-mee thee-uh-ree, theer-ee]
    • /ˈhɔr mi ˈθi ə ri, ˈθɪər i/

Definition of hormic theory words

  • noun hormic theory a theory that holds all behavior to be purposive, whether conscious or unconscious. 1

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Origin of hormic theory

First appearance:

before 1955
One of the 4% newest English words
First recorded in 1955-60; horm(e) + -ic

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Parts of speech for Hormic theory

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hormic theory popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
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