Definition: Relating to a state of self-induced hypnosis, where a person can influence their own thoughts and feelings.

Example: She used autohypnotic techniques to help herself relax before the big presentation.

Definition: This word describes something that has its own meaning or purpose without needing anything outside of itself.

Example: The autotelic nature of the artwork made it deeply satisfying to experience.

Definition: A strong and greedy desire to have more money or possessions than one needs.

Example: His avarice led him to make unethical business decisions.

Definition: Having an extreme desire for wealth or material gain, often to the point of being greedy.

Example: The avaricious businessman was never satisfied with his profits and always wanted more.

Definition: In a way that shows a strong desire for more money or possessions than one needs.

Example: He avariciously hoarded wealth, never sharing with those in need.

Definition: The quality of being greedy for wealth or material gain.

Example: His avariciousness led him to make unethical business decisions.

Definition: To seek to punish someone for a wrong done to oneself or to someone else.

Example: She vowed to avenge her brother's death.

Definition: The condition of being typical or ordinary, not special or unique.

Example: His averageness made him blend in with the crowd.

Definition: Feeling a strong dislike or opposition to something; not wanting to do something.

Example: She is averse to eating spicy food.

Definition: In a way that shows dislike or unwillingness; negatively or unfavorably.

Example: She aversely responded to the suggestion, making it clear she was not interested.