Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

psychoanalyze

verb

/ˌsaɪ.kəʊ.əˈnæl.aɪz/

Definition

To examine or treat a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behavior through psychological methods, especially through talk therapy.

Examples

The therapist will psychoanalyze the patient’s dreams to uncover deeper meanings.
After several sessions, he felt that she had begun to psychoanalyze him effectively.
Many psychologists psychoanalyze their clients to provide insights into their mental health.

Meaning

Psychoanalyze refers to the process of investigating the unconscious mind and emotional conflicts using various psychological theories and techniques, often to help individuals understand their feelings and behaviors better.