Neurosis
Pronunciation: /nʊˈroʊsəs/
Neurosis (noun)
- A long-lasting mental problem where a person feels strong worry or fear and cannot relax, even when nothing dangerous is happening.
- A type of mental disorder marked by distressing thoughts and behaviour, without losing touch with reality.
Examples
- Her neurosis makes small problems feel dangerous.
- His neurosis keeps him worrying long after the event ends.