Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Idealisation.
Idealisation - as a noun
(psychiatry) a defense mechanism that splits something you are ambivalent about into two representations--one good and one bad
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
idealization22Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defence13defence mechanismdefence reactiondefense11defense mechanismdefense reactionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A portrayal of something as ideal
Example: "The idealization of rural life was very misleading"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glorification19idealization22Hypernyms (Closely Related)
admiration13appreciation18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The media often portrays an idealisation of beauty."
"His idealisation of success pushed him to work harder."
"The novel was criticized for its idealisation of war."
"She has a tendency towards idealisation of her romantic partners."
"The painter's idealisation of nature was evident in his landscapes."
Word Game Points
Is IDEALISATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, idealisation is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
IDEALISATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is IDEALISATION a valid Words With Friends word?
No, idealisation is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordIDEALISATION is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is IDEALISATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, idealisation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIDEALISATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
