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Synonyms
Keeping a close eye on the competition in the consumer space is like carrying a black belt in the game of poker. As a matter of fact, it is a matter of time before one’s competitors will be a step ahead of the pack. That’s not to say that you won’t have to put up some serious bluffs in the arena of a contest. The more interesting part is that you don’t have to do so alone! In the end, you are likely to emerge with a trophy and a shiny new title. In the process, you may be surprised to learn that there is a whole other world out there waiting to be explored. For example, you may not have to leave the country in order to experience its wonders firsthand. The world is a big place, but the right foot will be a welcome addition to your already flourishing social circle. After all, it’s only a matter of time before your friends start asking you about the new found freedom.
Antonyms
Using an antonym isn’t a new concept. But, the best one is still in its infancy, especially in the UK where a triumvirate of British, Irish and Scottish languages share the same lexicon. For instance, the phrase’silver top’ can be akin to ‘Silver tops’ in Australia and ‘Silver tops’ in the US. This may be due to the fact that in a single language, ‘Silver top’ and ‘Silver tops’ are almost synonymous. A well chosen antonym is the key to a successful language swap.
The best antonyms are usually found in a single city or region, but there is no rule of thumb that states you can’t find one in a town of 10,000 people. In fact, a triumvirate of towns in one country could make for a nice little heuristic exercise. If you can’t find the best antonyms in your locale, why not look further afield? After all, there are plenty of English speaking communities around the world.
Idiomatic expressions
Often, we hear the phrase “idiomatic expressions for lifestyle” in movies and television shows. They are used to add humor to the descriptions. They may also provide a focus for the reader, forcing them to use the more conceptual part of their brain.
An idiom about life is often used to comfort the lead in a romantic comedy. It often refers to the love life, or the opportunities that come with it. It can also indicate that a situation is out of control. In this case, John wants to live the same lifestyle he has been living before, but he doesn’t have enough money to save for retirement. He wants to continue living the same way he has been living, but hide his financial problems from the public.
Another common idiom is “not the sharpest tool in the shed.” This can be taken as a figurative way to describe someone who doesn’t know how to handle their situation.
Definitions
Historically, definitions of lifestyle have defied consensus. This has led to confusion in consumer behavior research. It has also undermined the usefulness of the concept as a segmentation variable.
For over a half century, the concept of lifestyle has been the focus of intense interest. It has been operationalized by a select group of researchers. It has become a Rorschach of consumer analysis. It has been confused with psychographics, and has been subject to operational imprecision. This has led to mistargeting of marketing strategies. The problem of defining lifestyles has been compounded by the lack of a theoretical anchor.
Ansbacher suggests that the concept of lifestyle relates to creativity and uniqueness. In addition, he posits that lifestyle is associated with the idiographic property. He also asserts that the concept is psychological and Adlerian. He believes that a person’s cognitive style, values, and attitudes are related to his or her lifestyle.
According to Lazer, a consumer’s lifestyle is the characteristic mode of living that he or she follows. A consumer’s lifestyle is the aggregate of his or her purchases.
