psychology (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/
Definition
The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
Examples
She decided to major in psychology at university because she was fascinated by human behavior.
Clinical psychology focuses on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
Understanding basic principles of psychology can improve communication skills in various settings.
How to Use psychology
- study psychology (collocation)
- To pursue psychology as an academic subject. — "Many students choose to study psychology because of its relevance to everyday life."
- in psychology (prepositional phrase)
- Relating to the field or subject of psychology. — "She has a master's degree in psychology."
- the psychology of X (collocation)
- The mental characteristics or attitudes related to a specific thing or group. — "The book explores the psychology of fear in extreme sports."
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