Freudian

[ froi-dee-uh n ]
/ ˈfrɔɪ di ən /

adjective

of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his doctrines, especially with respect to the causes and treatment of neurotic and psychopathic states, the interpretation of dreams, etc.

noun

a person, especially a psychoanalyst, who adheres to the basic doctrines of Freud.

Origin of Freudian

First recorded in 1905–10; Freud + -ian

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British Dictionary definitions for freudian

Freudian
/ (ˈfrɔɪdɪən) /

adjective

of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his ideas

noun

a person who follows or believes in the basic ideas of Sigmund Freud

Derived forms of Freudian

Freudianism, noun

Medical definitions for freudian

Freudian
[ froi′dē-ən ]

adj.

Relating to or being in accordance with the psychoanalytic theories of Sigmund Freud.

n.

An individual who accepts the tenets of psychoanalytic theories of Sigmund Freud, especially a psychiatrist who applies Freudian theory and method in conducting psychotherapy.

Cultural definitions for freudian

Freudian

Pertaining to or agreeing with the theories of Sigmund Freud.