adj. in front of or toward the front. In reference to two-legged upright animals, this term is sometimes used interchangeably with ventral to mean toward the front surface of the body. Compare posterior. —anteriorly adv.

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Psychology term of the day

February 19th 2025

scotomization

n. in psychoanalytic theory, the tendency to ignore or be blind to impulses or memories that would threaten the individual’s ego. Scotomization is a defensive process and may also be a form of resistance. Also called scotomatization. See also blind spot.