word
mentalization
men-tl-uh-ZAY-shun
ˌmɛntələˈzeɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
mentalization
Dictionary meaning
The ability to understand behavior in terms of thoughts, feelings, and intentions in oneself and others.
History and origin
Psychodynamic terminology.
Examples
- Mentalization work helped the group interpret conflict more calmly.
Common mispronunciations
men-tal-eye-ZAY-shun
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