Definitions

1. verb

to separate or disconnect (something or someone) from something else, especially as a result of a strong emotion

“The traumatic experience caused her to dissociate from her memories.”

2. verb

to disconnect or separate oneself from something or someone, especially a group or an activity

“He chose to dissociate himself from the company after discovering the scandal.”

3. noun

a state of being disconnected from one’s thoughts, feelings, or experiences

“She was in a state of dissociation after witnessing the accident.”

4. noun

the act of separating or disconnecting something or someone from something else

“The dissociation of the company’s assets from its liabilities was a key step in the bankruptcy process.”