Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
derealisation
noun
/ˌdɪəˌriːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
Derealisation is the feeling of detachment or disconnection from one’s surroundings, where the external world seems unreal or distorted.
Examples
- After the accident, she experienced derealisation, as everything around her felt like a dream.
- During severe anxiety attacks, many people report a sense of derealisation.
- The film’s surreal visuals evoke a sense of derealisation, making viewers question reality.
Meaning
It often occurs as a psychological response to stress, anxiety, or trauma, leading individuals to perceive their environment as strange or surreal.
Synonyms
- Disconnection
- Depersonalization
- Unreality
