What does idealisation mean?
Definitions for idealisation
ide·al·i·sa·tion
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Princeton's WordNet
idealization, idealisationnoun
(psychiatry) a defense mechanism that splits something you are ambivalent about into two representations--one good and one bad
idealization, idealisationnoun
something that exists only as an idea
idealization, idealisation, glorificationnoun
a portrayal of something as ideal
"the idealization of rural life was very misleading"
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idealisation
Idealisation refers to the process of attributing ideal or perfect qualities to an individual, object, or concept, often ignoring or underestimating the flaws or limitations. This can be seen in areas such as philosophy, psychology, science, and art. It involves creating an ideal version of something by removing its complexities or imperfections to simplify analysis or achieve a desired outcome.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of idealisation in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of idealisation in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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