What is another word for defence mechanism?
Synonyms for defence mechanism
de·fence mech·a·nism
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Princeton's WordNet
defense mechanism, defense reaction, defence mechanism, defence reaction, defense, defencenoun
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
Synonyms:
defense team, defensive structure, demurrer, defence reaction, vindication, defense reaction, defense lawyers, defending team, denial, defense mechanism, defense force, refutation, defensive measure, defence, defense, defence force
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| #2141 | defense | |
| #4979 | defence | |
| #8758 | denial | |
| #56537 | vindication | |
| #58273 | refutation | |
| #127772 | demurrer |
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