Freudian

[froi-dee-uh n] /ˈfrɔɪ di ən/
adjective
1.
of or pertaining 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
2.
a person, especially a psychoanalyst, who adheres to the basic doctrines of Freud.
Origin
1905-10; Freud + -ian
Related forms
Freudianism, noun
anti-Freudian, adjective, noun
anti-Freudianism, noun
post-Freudian, adjective
pro-Freudian, adjective, noun
British Dictionary definitions for Freudian

Freudian

/ˈfrɔɪdɪən/
adjective
1.
of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his ideas
noun
2.
a person who follows or believes in the basic ideas of Sigmund Freud
Derived Forms
Freudianism, noun
Word Origin and History for Freudian
adj.

1910, used at first in a general way for "sexual," from name of Sigmund Freud (1856-1939), Austrian psychiatrist. Freudian slip first attested 1959.

Freudian in Medicine

Freudian Freud·i·an (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.

Freudian in Culture

Freudian definition


Pertaining to or agreeing with the theories of Sigmund Freud.