psychological
English meaning: Psychological
Definition
Of or pertaining to psychology.
Example
“I'm concerned about their psychological well-being.”
Another example: “The film is a slow-burning psychological thriller that keeps you guessing about who is telling the truth.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A common adjective in academic, clinical, and everyday contexts; describes anything relating to the mind, emotions, or mental processes. Often contrasted with 'physical' (e.g. psychological vs physical effects).
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
From Greek 'psyche' (soul, mind) plus '-logia' (study of), via Latin and modern scientific Latin, entering English in the early 1800s.
Related Words
- apa
- thriller
- trauma
- psychology
- psychotherapy
- distress
- sociological
- counseling
- physiological
- warfare
Common Collocations
- psychological effect
- psychological support
- psychological well-being
- psychological warfare
- psychological thriller
Word Forms
psychological (adj); psychologically (adv); psychology (n); psychologist (n)
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Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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