introjection

introjection definition - medical

in·tro·jec·tion (ĭnˌtrə-jĕkˈshən)

noun
The process of incorporating the characteristics of a person or object unconsciously into one's psyche, often as a defense mechanism.

Related Forms:

  • inˌtro·jectˈ verb

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