- self-actualization
- self-actualization 1939, from SELF (Cf. self) + ACTUALIZATION (Cf. actualization). Popularized, though not coined, by U.S. psychologist and philosopher Abraham H. Maslow. (1908-1970).
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self-actualization — The drive people have to realize their potential and to find fulfilment. Self actualization encompasses the human need for challenge, responsibility, creativity, and variety at work, enabling employees to take pride in their achievements, as well … Big dictionary of business and management
self-actualization — /self ak chooh euh leuh zay sheuhn, self ak /, n. Psychol. the achievement of one s full potential through creativity, independence, spontaneity, and a grasp of the real world. Also called actualization. [1935 40] * * * … Universalium
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self-actualization — self′ actualiza′tion n. psl the achievement of one s full potential through creativity, independence, spontaneity, and a grasp of the real world • Etymology: 1935–40 self′ ac′tualize, v.i. ized, iz•ing … From formal English to slang
self-actualization — The theory most associated with Abraham Maslow , who argues from his studies of well functioning people that there is a hierarchy of human needs , each having to be met before a person can achieve his or her full potential. In ascending order,… … Dictionary of sociology
self-actualization — noun see self actualize … New Collegiate Dictionary
