freudian
/ˈfrɔɪdiən/
noun
- A person who follows or supports the theories of Sigmund Freud.
- As a freudian, she often interprets jokes as expressions of repressed thoughts.
- The conference brought together freudians from around the world.
- He is a devoted freudian and believes dreams reveal hidden desires.
adjective
- Relating to the theories of Sigmund Freud, especially about the unconscious mind, dreams, and childhood experiences.
- Many modern psychologists have moved away from strict freudian ideas.
- She took a freudian approach to analyzing the character's behavior.
- The therapist used freudian concepts to explain the patient's anxiety.
- Suggesting a hidden, often sexual, meaning in a person's words or actions, especially in a slip of the tongue.
- Her freudian interpretation of the painting seemed a bit far-fetched.
- The comedian made a freudian joke about the politician's mistake.
- When he said 'I love you' instead of 'I like you,' she wondered if it was a freudian slip.
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