diabolepsy

/ˌdaɪ.əˈbɒlɪpsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A supposed medical condition characterized by a tendency to attribute one’s troubles to the evil eye or other supernatural causes.

“The patient’s diabolepsy led her doctor to suspect a deeper psychological issue.”

Synonyms

  • hypochondria
  • morbid preoccupation

Antonyms

  • healthy skepticism
  • rational thinking