abience
|a-bi-ence|
C2
/ˈeɪbiəns/
tendency to avoid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abience' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abientia,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'ientia' meant 'going.'
Historical Evolution
'abientia' transformed into the English word 'abience' through the influence of psychological terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'going away from,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a tendency to withdraw from or avoid a stimulus or situation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a tendency to withdraw from or avoid a stimulus or situation.
The patient's abience was evident when he refused to enter the crowded room.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 19:06