Psychology — English Vocabulary
10 essential words about psychology in the live bank, with meanings and examples. Open any word for its full page.
awareness /əˈweərnəs/ noun C1
Knowledge or understanding that something exists or is happening, especially something important (health, social, environmental awareness); being conscious of your surroundings.
Example: The campaign raised awareness of the disease.
consciousness /ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/ noun C1
The state of being awake and aware of yourself and the world; the mind's thoughts and feelings as a subject of study.
Example: He lost consciousness after the fall.
insight /ˈɪnsaɪt/ noun C1
A clear, deep understanding of a person, problem, or situation, often arriving suddenly; the ability to understand people and situations well.
Example: Her book gives real insight into prison life.
mentality /menˈtæləti/ noun C1
A person's or group's usual way of thinking about things — their attitudes and habits of mind.
Example: Winning teams have a strong mentality.
wisdom /ˈwɪzdəm/ noun C1
The quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment — understanding life deeply and deciding well.
Example: Age brought him wisdom.
intellect /ˈɪntəlekt/ noun C1
The ability to think, reason, and understand at a high level; a person with this ability.
Example: She is known for her sharp intellect.
reasoning /ˈriːzənɪŋ/ noun C1
The process of thinking carefully and logically to form judgments or solve problems; the arguments and logic used.
Example: Her reasoning was clear and calm.
logic /ˈlɒdʒɪk/ noun C1
A formal system of reasoning using clear rules; sensible rational thinking; the reasoned structure behind something.
Example: There's no logic in his decision.
curiosity /ˌkjʊəriˈɒsəti/ noun C1
A strong desire to know or learn about things; interest in the world around you.
Example: Children's curiosity is endless.
creativity /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ noun C1
The ability to produce new ideas, art, and solutions — to imagine and make things that did not exist before.
Example: The job needs real creativity.