psychological

CEFRB1

/ˌsaɪ.kəˈlɒd͡ʒ.ɪ.kl̩/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Relating to the mind, feelings, and behavior.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Relating to the mind and behavior or to the mental, emotional, and behavioral characteristics pertaining to a specified person, group, or activity.

Examples

  • Benson and Holmes analyzed the psychological effect of artificial insemination on parents.

  • Those selected will have to face extensive medical and psychological tests.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Without an objective, or reasonably logical foundation.

  2. Of or pertaining to psychology.

More examples

In context

  • An inkblot test is a method of psychological evaluation.

  • The film was a dark psychological thriller.

  • I'm concerned about their psychological well-being.

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Origin

adjective

From psychology + -ical.