Defense mechanism
Defense mechanism noun - (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires.
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Synonyms for Defense mechanism
Rationalisation and defense mechanism are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Rationalisation" with "Defense mechanism", this terms are similar.
Rationalisation
Rationalisation noun - (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your true motivation is concealed by explaining your actions and feelings in a way that is not threatening.
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Synonyms for Rationalisation
Defense mechanism and rationalisation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defense mechanism" instead a noun "Rationalisation".
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