apometaboly

ɑːpoʊmɪˈteɪbəli

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is unable or refuses to acknowledge or accept the truth of their own mental illness or disability.

“The apometaboly of the patient made it difficult for the doctor to provide effective treatment.”

Synonyms

  • denial
  • psychological denial

Antonyms

  • acceptance
  • acknowledgement