psychoid

/saɪˈkɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of psychological or mental state, especially one characterized by a sense of detachment or a lack of emotional responsiveness.

“The patient’s psychoid state made it challenging for the therapist to form a connection.”

Synonyms

  • apathetic
  • detached

Antonyms

  • emotive
  • empathetic