Abreaction

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˌæb.ɹiˈæk.ʃnÌ©/

Origin

Partial translation of German Abreagierung, from ab ("away from") + Reagierung ("reaction").

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Full definition of abreaction

Noun

1. (psychoanalysis) The re-living of an experience with a view to purging its emotional dross. First attested in the early 20^th century.

Anagrams

• acerbation
• aerobactin