distortion

distortion definition - medical

dis·tor·tion (dĭ-stôrˈshən)

noun
  1. A twisting out of normal shape or form.
  2. A psychological defense mechanism that helps to repress or disguise unacceptable thoughts.
  3. Parataxic distortion.

Related Forms:

  • dis·torˈtion·al, dis·torˈtion·arˌy adjective

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