intermediate need

in Maslow’s motivational hierarchy, a deficiency need that is psychologically based, such as the need for self-esteem, love, or security.

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January 31st 2025

maleness

maleness

n. the quality of being male in the anatomical and physiological sense by virtue of possessing the XY combination of sex chromosomes. Compare masculinity.