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Cathectic

Definition:

adjective
1. relating to or involving emotional investment or involvement.

2. (psychoanalysis) relating to the unconscious processes involved in investing mental or emotional energy in objects or people.

Usage:

1. I have a cathectic bond with that old teddy bear from my childhood.

2. The cathectic nature of her relationship with her best friend was evident in her dedication and loyalty towards her.

3. He had a cathectic experience when he visited the place where his ancestors originated from.

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