anima
[ an-uh-muh ]
/ ˈæn ə mə /
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noun
soul; life.
(in the psychology of C. G. Jung)
- the inner personality that is turned toward the unconscious of the individual (contrasted with persona).
- the feminine principle, especially as present in men.Compare animus (def. 3).
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Origin of anima
1920–25; <Latin: breath, vital force, soul, spirit
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anima
/ (ˈænɪmə) /
noun (in Jungian psychology)
- the feminine principle as present in the male unconscious
- the inner personality, which is in communication with the unconsciousSee also animus
Word Origin for anima
Latin: air, breath, spirit, feminine of animus
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