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ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Arrested Development.

Arrested Development - as a noun

An abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fixation18infantile fixationregression11

Example Sentences

"His lack of ambition and motivation is a clear sign of arrested development."
"The novel focused on the protagonist's arrested development and his struggle to mature emotionally."
"The child's traumatic experience led to arrested development in his social skills."
"Many psychologists argue that addiction often leads to arrested development."
"Some people with arrested development may struggle with forming healthy relationships."
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