psychosis
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/saɪˈkoʊsɪs/
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/saɪˈkəʊsɪs/
severe mental disorder
Etymology
Etymology Information
'psychosis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'psyche,' where 'psyche' meant 'soul' or 'mind.'
Historical Evolution
'psyche' transformed into the Latin word 'psychosis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'psychosis.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a condition of the soul or mind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a severe mental disorder.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a severe mental disorder in which thought and emotions are so impaired that contact is lost with external reality.
The patient was diagnosed with psychosis after experiencing hallucinations.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41