What is another word for death instinct?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛθ ˈɪnstɪŋkt] (IPA)

The concept of the "death instinct" is a psychological theory that suggests human behavior is driven by a desire for self-destruction. It is also known as "Thanatos" in Greek mythology. Synonyms for the term "death instinct" include "self-destructive tendency," "death drive," "psychic entropy," and "destructive impulse." The idea behind these words is that there is a tendency in humans to engage in actions that can lead to self-destruction, whether consciously or subconsciously. Despite the controversy surrounding the validity of the concept, the use of these synonyms reinforces the idea that humans have a complex and often contradictory relationship with life and death.

What are the hypernyms for Death instinct?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Death instinct?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for death instinct (as nouns)

Famous quotes with Death instinct

  • Since the death instinct exists in the heart of everything that lives, since we suffer from trying to repress it, since everything that lives longs for rest, let us unfasten the ties that bind us to life, let us cultivate our death wish, let us develop it, water it like a plant, let it grow unhindered. Suffering and fear are born from the repression of the death wish.
    Eugène Ionesco

Related words: fight or flight, hunting instinct, fight or flee, instinct death

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