Vocabulary Entry

dissociate

|verb • noun

verb

To separate or disconnect; to cause to become detached.

Example Sentences

"The therapist helped him dissociate from his traumatic memories."

"Scientists need to dissociate the chemical compound before conducting the experiment."

"It can be difficult to dissociate emotions from decisions."

noun

Example Sentences

"Her dissociate from reality made it hard for her to engage with others."

"The study examined the dissociate of traumatic experiences in patients."

"His dissociate left him feeling isolated and confused."