psychoanalyze
/ˌsaɪkoʊˈænəlaɪz/
verb
- To treat someone using psychoanalysis, a method of exploring the unconscious mind to understand and resolve emotional or mental problems.
- Some people are hesitant to let a professional psychoanalyze their childhood memories.
- The therapist decided to psychoanalyze the patient to uncover the root of his anxiety.
- In the movie, the main character visits a doctor who tries to psychoanalyze her dreams.
- To analyze someone's thoughts, feelings, or behavior in a detailed, often informal way, as if using psychological methods.
- The article attempts to psychoanalyze the political leader's public speeches.
- My friend loves to psychoanalyze everyone she meets, guessing their hidden motives.
- Don't try to psychoanalyze me just because I forgot your birthday.