Lexic.us

Definition of Acting out

1. Noun. A (usually irritating) impulsive and uncontrollable outburst by a problem child or a neurotic adult.

2. Noun. (psychiatry) the display of previously inhibited emotions (often in actions rather than words); considered to be healthy and therapeutic.

Medical Definition of Acting out

1. Expressing unconscious emotional conflicts or feelings, often of hostility or love, through overt behaviour. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Acting Out

Actias Actias luna Actifed actihaemyl actin actin actinal actinal actinally actinaria

Actinaria acting acting(a) actings acting out (current term) acting out (current term) actinia actinia actiniae actinian

actinians Actiniaria actiniarian actinias actinic actinic actinically actinic cheilitis actinic conjunctivitis actinic dermatitis

Other Resources: