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primitive drive

[ˈprɪmətɪv draɪv]
nounpl: primitive drives
impulso primitivo
1. A fundamental biological or psychological urge or instinct, such as hunger, thirst, or sexual desire, that is innate rather than learned
The primitive drive for survival motivates all living organisms.
O impulso primitivo de sobrevivência motiva todos os organismos vivos.
2. In psychology, a basic motivational force rooted in evolutionary biology that compels behavior toward fulfilling essential needs
Sigmund Freud theorized that primitive drives underlie much of human behavior.
Sigmund Freud teorizou que impulsos primitivos subjazem grande parte do comportamento humano.
Synonyms
instinctbasic instinctprimal urgeinnate drivebiological drive
Antonyms
learned behavioracquired drivecultural norm

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
impulso primitivo
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
impulso primitivo
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow one's instincts
answer the call of nature
basic human nature
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