Decathexis
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Decathexis is a noun meaning (psychology) reversal of cathexis; detachment of the libido from some external object.
Meaning
(psychology) reversal of cathexis; detachment of the libido from some external object.
Word Forms
- decathexes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include countercathexis, anaclitism, autochorissexualism, desexualizer, inversionism, deaggressivization.
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