money dysmorphia

English

Etymology

A rare term from about 2016 in analogy to body dysmorphia, rising in the 2020s as a reflex of Gen Z’s participation in economy.

Noun

money dysmorphia (uncountable)

  1. (psychology, social media) A maladaptive self-image based on distrust in the adequacy of personal monetary resources.
    Synonym: money dysphoria
    Hypernyms: disordered money behavior, money disorder
  • money dysmorphic