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Meaning of cathexis | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
kəˈθɛk sɪs

Definitions

The concentration of libido or emotional energy on a single object or idea.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Català catexi
Deutsch Objektbesetzung
한국어 주의 집중
Polski kateksja
Português catexe catexia

Examples

“How contemporary artistic performances elicit cathexis on the part of the audience and promote⟳ unifying social rituals.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Cathey Catheys Valley Cathi Cathie cathine cathinone

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