word
exposure therapy
ik-SPOH-zher THER-uh-pee
ɪkˈspoʊʒər ˈθɛrəpiListen
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Syllable breakdown
exposuretherapy
Dictionary meaning
A treatment approach that gradually and safely confronts feared situations to reduce anxiety.
History and origin
Behavioral therapy terminology.
Examples
- Exposure therapy helped him ride the subway again without panicking.
Common mispronunciations
ex-PYOH-zure therapy
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