nonpsychotic
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /nɒnˈsaɪkɒtɪk/
KK: /nɑnˈsaɪkɒtɪk/
adjective
Definition
Referring to a state or condition that is not characterized by psychosis, which means it does not involve a loss of contact with reality or severe mental disturbances.
Example
The patient was diagnosed as nonpsychotic, indicating that they were not experiencing any severe mental health issues.
Conversation
I read an article about mental health that mentioned nonpsychotic disorders.
Oh really? I didn't know there were different types.
Yeah, it said that many people experience nonpsychotic symptoms at some point in their lives.
That makes sense; understanding those symptoms can help us support each other better.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sane
rational
normal
Antonyms
psychotic
insane
irrational
noun
Definition
A person who does not have a severe mental disorder that affects their thoughts and perceptions of reality.
Example
The therapist worked with both psychotic and nonpsychotic patients to help them manage their conditions.
Conversation
I was reading about mental health and came across the term nonpsychotic.
Oh really? What does it mean exactly?
It refers to someone who is not experiencing psychosis, so they are more stable.
Root Explanation
Nonpsychotic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "psychotic" (from Greek "psychotikos", meaning of the mind or relating to mental illness). The word "nonpsychotic" refers to a state or condition that is not characterized by psychosis or mental illness.
Memory Tip
Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'psychotic' relating to the mind — so nonpsychotic means not having a mental illness.
Visually Confused Words
psychotic
nonscholastic