pithiatism

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek πείθω (peíthō) +‎ -ism; coined by Joseph Babinski.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈpɪθiəˌtɪzəm/

Noun

pithiatism (usually uncountable, plural pithiatisms)

  1. (psychology) A form of hysteria that can be cured by persuasive suggestion.

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