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IDEALISATIONS

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Idealisations.

Idealisations - 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)
idealization22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defence13defence mechanismdefence reactiondefense11defense mechanismdefense reaction
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something that exists only as an idea

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
idealization22

A portrayal of something as ideal

Example: "The idealization of rural life was very misleading"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glorification19idealization22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
admiration13appreciation18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The poet's works often reflect his idealisations of love and beauty."
"Her speech was filled with idealisations of a perfect society."
"The politician's campaign was driven by idealisations of equality and justice."
"The book explored various idealisations of heroism and bravery."
"Many fans have idealisations of their favorite celebrities."
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Word Game Points

Is IDEALISATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, idealisations is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

IDEALISATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is IDEALISATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, idealisations is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
IDEALISATIONS is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is IDEALISATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, idealisations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IDEALISATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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