Freudian
[ froi-dee-uhn ]
/ ˈfrɔɪ di ən /
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adjective
of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his doctrines, especially with respect to the causes and treatment of neurotic and psychopathic states, the interpretation of dreams, etc.
noun
a person, especially a psychoanalyst, who adheres to the basic doctrines of Freud.
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British Dictionary definitions for Freudian
Freudian
/ (ˈfrɔɪdɪən) /
adjective
of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his ideas
noun
a person who follows or believes in the basic ideas of Sigmund Freud
Derived forms of Freudian
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