Associations to the word «Anaclitic»

Wiktionary

ANACLITIC, adjective. (psychoanalysis) Denoting a person whose choice of love-interest arises from the dependence of the libido on another instinct (e.g. hunger).
ANACLITIC, adjective. Pertaining to an acute emotional dependence on another person or persons.

Dictionary definition

ANACLITIC, adjective. Of or related to relationships that are characterized by the strong dependence of one person on another.

Wise words

The right word may be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed pause.
Mark Twain