Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emotionally-stunted

adjective

/ɪˈmoʊʃənəli ˈstʌntɪd/

Definition

Referring to a person who has difficulty expressing emotions or developing emotional maturity.

Examples

Her emotionally-stunted behavior made it hard for her to connect with her friends.
He realized his emotionally-stunted upbringing affected his adult relationships.

Meaning

Emotionally-stunted individuals often struggle with understanding their feelings or the feelings of others, leading to challenges in relationships and personal growth.