Definitions
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Defence Mechanism.
Defence Mechanism - as a noun
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defence13defence reactiondefense11defense mechanismdefense reactionHypernyms (Closely Related)
process11unconscious processpsychoanalytic processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The human body has various defence mechanisms to fight against harmful pathogens."
"When faced with danger, the flight response is a common defence mechanism."
"Some people develop a coping mechanism known as denial as a defence mechanism against traumatic events."
"A turtle's ability to retract its head and limbs is a remarkable defence mechanism."
"Camouflaging into its surroundings is an effective defence mechanism of certain insects."
