Introject
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪntɹə(ʊ)ˈd͡ʒɛkt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Introject is a verb meaning (psychology) To unconsciously incorporate into one's psyche.
Meaning
(psychology) To unconsciously incorporate into one's psyche.
More Meanings
- (psychology) An element of another person that is unconsciously incorporated into one's psyche.
Example Sentences
Repetitious comments are other examples of introjects that we take on as if they were truths. These include: You're lazy; you're selfish; you'll never amount to anything; […]
When introjects are weak (or even absent), an anaclitic personality configuration results, characterized by dependency, insecurity, and feelings of helplessness and emptiness.
Word Forms
- introjects
- introjecting
- introjected
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include integrated, internalize, incept, assimilate, interiorize, interiorise.
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