implosion therapy
noun
Simple meaning
A technique used in behavior therapy.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɪmpˈloʊʒənˈθɛɹəpi
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
A technique used in behavior therapy; client is flooded with experiences of a particular kind until becoming either averse to them or numbed to them
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: A technique used in behavior therapy; client is flooded with experiences of a particular kind until becoming either averse to them or numbed to them
Used this way, implosion therapy is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It turns up most in business or professional contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Mild
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Reluctant or hesitant
- Usage feel
- Understated and gentle
Where it naturally appears
- Business/professional
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