Consumer Behavior Terms

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

• It is important to carefully choose the right candidate for the job.
• I can't decide which movie to watch, there are so many to choose from!
• I'll let you choose where we grab dinner tonight.
• Sometimes in life, we must choose between what is easy and what is right.

adjective having or showing a great desire to possess something, typically something belonging to someone else

• The covetous neighbor constantly eyed his friend's new car with envy.
• She's always so covetous of other people's success.
• Stop being so covetous, it's not a good look.
• His covetous desires for wealth consumed him entirely.

adjective having or characterized by desire

preposition expressing a strong wish or need to do something

• The candidate was desirous of obtaining the prestigious award.
• She was desirous of getting a promotion at work.
• He's desirous of scoring tickets to the concert.
• The artist was desirous of capturing the essence of nature in her painting.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

• A person's first impression can greatly influence how they are perceived in a professional setting.
• I always make sure to dress nicely to give a good first impression.
• Dude, your first impression was totally off the mark.
• The first impression of a book can often be misleading until you delve deeper into its content.

adjective easily deceived or tricked

• It is unwise to take advantage of someone who is gullible.
• Don't be so gullible, you need to be more skeptical.
• She's so gullible, she'll believe anything you tell her.
• The salesman saw the gullible look in his eyes and knew he could easily make a sale.

noun an aspect of something that is recognizable or distinct

verb to recognize or distinguish something

• It is important to correctly identify the source of the issue before implementing a solution.
• Can you help me identify which movie this quote is from?
• I can easily identify my best friend in a crowded room.
• She struggled to identify her true feelings towards him.

verb to drive or urge forward; to compel or constrain to action

• The impelling force behind the decision was the need for increased efficiency.
• She felt an impelling urge to explore the unknown.
• The music was so impelling, I couldn't help but dance along.
• His passion for the cause was impelling him to take action.

noun the state or quality of being infrequent; rarity

• The infrequency of his visits to the office is becoming a concern.
• She doesn't come to the gym often, it's like she's allergic to infrequency.
• Yo, the infrequency of his texts is starting to annoy me.
• The infrequency of rain in the desert makes every drop precious.

noun a group or category to which people feel they belong or are included in

adjective pertaining to or characteristic of a particular group to which people feel they belong

• Members of the ingroup were more likely to support the proposed policy changes.
• We should stick together as an ingroup to achieve our goals.
• The ingroup is always down for a good time.
• The ingroup acts as a shield against outside criticism.

adjective an adjective that describes a person's desire or appetite as impossible to satisfy or fulfill

• Her insatiable appetite for knowledge drove her to pursue multiple advanced degrees.
• He has an insatiable sweet tooth and can never resist dessert.
• My insatiable craving for pizza is out of control.
• The insatiable demand for the new iPhone caused stores to sell out within hours.

noun a feeling of regard or fondness

verb present participle of the verb 'like', indicating an ongoing action or state

• Her liking for classical music is evident in her extensive collection of vinyl records.
• I can tell by the way she talks about it that she's really liking that new TV show.
• I'm really liking the vibes at this party, let's stay a bit longer.
• His liking for adventure led him to explore uncharted territories in search of hidden treasures.

adjective describing someone who is excessively eager for wealth or profit

• The CEO was often criticized for being perceived as money hungry by prioritizing profits over employee well-being.
• I can't believe she's asking for more money already, she's so money hungry!
• That guy is always chasing the green, he's so money hungry.
• Her obsession with wealth has turned her into a money hungry monster.

noun a person who seeks enjoyment, satisfaction, or gratification

• The pleasure seeker was always on the lookout for new experiences to indulge in.
• That pleasure seeker is always up for a good time.
• The pleasure seeker is a total party animal.
• In the realm of entertainment, he was known as the pleasure seeker.

noun excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims

• Self-indulgence is often seen as a sign of lack of discipline.
• I know I shouldn't, but sometimes I can't resist a little self-indulgence.
• I'm all about that self-indulgence life, treat yourself!
• His constant self-indulgence in luxury eventually led to his downfall.

noun the action or activity of buying goods from stores

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• I enjoy going shopping at high-end boutiques to find unique pieces for my wardrobe.
• Let's go shopping for some new clothes this weekend!
• I'm always down to go shopping for some fresh kicks.
• Shopping for the perfect words to express my feelings can be challenging.

adjective Not aware of or realizing something, unintentional or accidental

• The unwitting bystander was caught in the middle of the commotion.
• She was just an unwitting participant in the whole scheme.
• He had no idea he was the unwitting target of the prank.
• The company's success was due in part to the unwitting support of their competitors.

noun a lack or deficiency of something

adjective feeling a desire or need for something

• The company is wanting to improve its customer service department.
• I heard she's wanting to go on a trip to Europe next summer.
• He's been wanting to ask her out for weeks now.
• After years of hard work, she finally achieved the success she had been wanting for so long.

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.

• The well-liked candidate won the election by a landslide.
• Everyone thinks he's so well-liked because he's always smiling and friendly.
• She's the most well-liked girl in school, everyone wants to be her friend.
• The well-liked book quickly became a bestseller, captivating readers everywhere.

noun the quality of being desirable or worthy of desire

• The desirability of the new product was evident in the high number of pre-orders.
• Everyone is talking about the desirability of the new iPhone.
• The desirability of that new video game is off the charts!
• The desirability of her friendship was like a rare gem, cherished by all who knew her.

noun want

• There is a lot of want for affordable housing in the city.
• I have a lot of want for a new phone.
• There's a lot of want for that new video game among my friends.
• She felt a lot of want for adventure in her life.

adjective able to be influenced or controlled

• The data in the spreadsheet is manipulable, allowing for easy analysis and comparison.
• The settings on this camera are manipulable, so you can adjust them to get the best picture.
• I heard that company's policies are pretty manipulable if you know who to talk to.
• Her emotions were easily manipulable, making it simple for others to influence her decisions.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that is used to specify or limit a noun

• The rocket and feather effect is a concept in economics that explains the asymmetry in the way prices respond to changes in supply and demand.
• Have you heard of the rocket and feather effect in economics? It's pretty interesting.
• The rocket and feather thing in economics is like when prices shoot up like a rocket but fall like a feather.
• Her mood was like a rocket and feather, soaring high one moment and plummeting the next.

noun a person who is addicted to spending money excessively and irresponsibly

• The spendaholic individual struggled to keep their finances in check.
• My friend is such a spendaholic, always buying the latest gadgets.
• She's a total spendaholic, can't resist splurging on designer clothes.
• His reckless spending habits earned him the title of a spendaholic.

noun a term used to describe individuals who are financially struggling but still aspire to a bourgeois lifestyle

• The poorgeoisie refers to the lower middle class who aspire to be part of the bourgeoisie.
• Some people call them the poorgeoisie, those who try to act like they are wealthy but are not.
• The poorgeoisie are always trying to keep up with the Joneses.
• In the world of social media, the poorgeoisie are constantly trying to project a lavish lifestyle they cannot afford.

noun a strong desire to acquire or possess more wealth, power, or material goods

• The businessman's acquisitiveness drove him to constantly seek out new opportunities for investment.
• Her acquisitiveness for designer handbags is getting out of control.
• I can't believe the level of acquisitiveness some people have when it comes to collecting sneakers.
• His acquisitiveness for knowledge was insatiable, always wanting to learn more and more.