pithiatism

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Etymology[edit]

Ancient Greek πείθω (peíthō) +‎ -ism; coined by Joseph Babinski.

Noun[edit]

pithiatism (usually uncountable, plural pithiatisms)

  1. (psychology) A form of hysteria that can be cured by persuasive suggestion.

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