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mentalization Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: M EH0 N T AH0 L AH0 Z EY1 SH AH0 N

What Does Mentalization Mean?

Mentalization is used as a noun meaning The ability to understand mental states that underlies the overt behaviour of oneself or others.

Mentalization Definition (Noun)

  1. The ability to understand mental states that underlies the overt behaviour of oneself or others.

Synonyms of Mentalization

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Antonyms of Mentalization

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Mentalization in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

mentalization (usually uncountable, plural mentalizations)

Origin of Mentalization

From mental +‎ -ization.

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