adlerian
|ad-ler-i-an|
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/ædˈlɪəriən/
Adler's psychological theories
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adlerian' originates from the name 'Alfred Adler', an Austrian psychiatrist, where 'Adler' is a surname.
Historical Evolution
'Adlerian' was derived from the name 'Alfred Adler' and became an adjective to describe his psychological theories.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to Adler's theories, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of the theories of Alfred Adler, an Austrian psychiatrist who founded the school of individual psychology.
The therapist used an Adlerian approach to address the patient's issues.
Synonyms
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