Definition

The study of the mind and behavior, including how people think, feel, and act.

Example

She decided to study psychology to understand human behavior better.

Conversation

I’ve been reading a lot about psychology lately.

That sounds interesting! What have you learned?

I found it fascinating how our thoughts can influence our behavior.

Absolutely! Understanding psychology can really help in everyday life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Psychology → It is formed from "psyche" (from Greek "psukhē", meaning soul or mind) and "-logia" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word "psychology" refers to the study of the mind or soul.

Memory Tip

Think of 'psyche' as relating to the mind and 'logia' as the study of something — psychology is the study of the mind.

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