English dictionary
ecbatic
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Denoting a mere result or consequence, as distinguished from <i>telic</i>, which denotes intention or purpose; thus the phrase &?; &?;, if rendered "<i>so that</i> it was fulfilled," is ecbatic; if rendered "<i>in order that</i> it might be." etc., is telic.
Source: webster1913