schizoid — relating to or having a personality disorder characterized by emotional coldness and withdrawal from social relationships
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or having a personality disorder characterized by emotional coldness and withdrawal from social relationships
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskɪtsɔɪd/
Korean meaning: 정신분열증과 유사한, 감정이 냉담하고 사회적 관계를 기피하는
Korean pronunciation: 스킷-소이드 (강세: 스킷)
Example Sentences
- My roommate is so schizoid that he hasn't spoken to me in three months, even though we share a bathroom.
- The detective's schizoid personality actually helped him solve cases by remaining emotionally detached.
- She exhibited schizoid tendencies, preferring her cat's company over human interaction.
schizoid
ADJECTIVE//ˈskɪtsɔɪd//
relating to or having a personality disorder characterized by emotional coldness and withdrawal from social relationships
Emotionally cold and socially withdrawn
Trying to avoid the void, but becoming more schizoid
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🌳Etymology
Origin
그리스어 'schizo(분열된)'와 'oid(~같은)'가 만나서 탄생한 의학 용어입니다. 마치 마음이 둘로 갈라진 듯한 상태를 표현합니다.
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📝Examples
“My roommate is so schizoid that he hasn't spoken to me in three months, even though we share a bathroom.”
“The detective's schizoid personality actually helped him solve cases by remaining emotionally detached.”
“She exhibited schizoid tendencies, preferring her cat's company over human interaction.”
“His schizoid approach to relationships left him with few close friends but excellent work performance.”
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