Meaning Of The Word Cathexis

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What's The Definition Of Cathexis?

cathexis in American English
concentration of psychic energy on some particular person, thing, idea, or aspect of the self
noun: the investment of emotional significance in an activity, object, or idea

cathexis in British English
noun: concentration of psychic energy on a single goal

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