psychology — the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /saɪˈkɑːlədʒi/
Example Sentences
- My psychology professor said that chocolate addiction is real, so I'm officially a victim of science.
- Psychology helps us understand human behavior and mental processes.
- She used reverse psychology on her little brother by telling him not to clean his room.
psychology
NOUN[/saɪˈkɑːlədʒi/]
the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior
The psychology student observed how children reacted to a magic trick.
The psychology professor explained how the human mind influences behavior. (PSYCHE + LOGY → the study of the human mind)
Her curiosity led her to study psychology, and eventually she made an exciting discovery about human behavior.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Psychology derives from Greek psyche (ψυχή), meaning 'soul' or 'mind,' combined with -logy (λόγος), meaning 'study of' or 'discourse.' The term literally translates to 'the study of the soul or mind,' emerging in the 16th century as a formal discipline examining human mental processes and behavior.
Breakdown
psyche (Greek ψυχή, soul/mind) + -logy (Greek λόγος, study/discourse). The compound form creates 'the science or study of the mind.'
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📝Examples
“My psychology professor said that chocolate addiction is real, so I'm officially a victim of science.”
“Psychology helps us understand human behavior and mental processes.”
“She used reverse psychology on her little brother by telling him not to clean his room.”
“The psychology behind online shopping is fascinating - we buy things we don't need with money we don't have.”
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