PSYCHOLOGICAL Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

psychological

adjective

ˌsī-kə-ˈlä-ji-kəl

variants also psychologic

Definition of psychological

as in mental

of or relating to the mind suffered from psychological disorders all of his life

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Recent Examples of psychological Despite some athletes reporting illness afterward, no clear link to the water was confirmed, and the century-long psychological barrier to bathing in the Seine was finally broken. — Camille Knight, CNN Money, 4 July 2026 The complainant, a manager who joined the museum in 2024 and who has since gone on sick leave, more generally complained of psychological harassment from management in the same filing. — News Desk, Artforum, 2 July 2026 Aggression can be physical, verbal, emotional or psychological. — Mark Travers, CNBC, 5 July 2026 Research shows that such bodily scrutiny is already damaging transgender youth and that bodily shame can significantly affect young people’s mental health, leading to disordered eating and other physical and psychological harm. — Megan Gandy, The Conversation, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for psychological

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This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
These holistic mental and physical wellness itineraries incorporate spa treatments and mindfulness modalities such as forest bathing and meditation, private pilates and yoga classes, and food made with organic, sustainable ingredients.

— Andrew Sessa, Robb Report, 2 July 2026

Definition of mental

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The outcome is bound to escalate an internal Democratic debate that has been growing since Mamdani's win in New York City.

— Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 1 July 2026
While some attribute layoffs to post-pandemic corrections, not solely AI, the true test is whether these leaner structures can effectively foster internal leadership development.

— Cindy Rodriguez Constable, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

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Its compact size and functional interior and exterior pockets will make zipping through airport security or stopping for gas on road trips a breeze — no more digging through disorganized totes to locate your wallet and phone.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Eagle and its complex history Eagle’s interior walls tell its story.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026

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