psychology

/saɪˈkɑlədʒi/
noun
  1. The scientific study of the mind and behavior.
    • She decided to major in psychology because she wanted to understand why people act the way they do.
    • Psychology helps us learn about memory, emotions, and how we make decisions.
    • Many universities offer courses in both clinical and experimental psychology.
  2. The mental characteristics or behavior of a person or group.
    • The psychology of a crowd can be very different from that of an individual.
    • Understanding the psychology of your customers is key to good marketing.
    • His competitive psychology makes him a tough opponent in any game.
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