psyche

• Substantivo que designa a mente, o espírito ou a alma humana, abrangendo o conjunto de pensamentos, sentimentos e razão, bem como a essência imaterial que anima a vida de uma pessoa.

A noun referring to the human mind, spirit, or soul, encompassing the seat of thoughts, feelings, and reason, as well as the immaterial essence that animates an individual's life.

1. Mind and consciousnessB2formal

   The center of a person's thoughts, feelings, and mental processes; the seat of reason and emotion.

   Psique

   • The trauma left a deep scar on her psyche.
   • Psychologists study the human psyche to understand behavior.
   • Meditation can help calm the psyche and reduce stress.

   Sinônimosconsciousnessmindselfsoulspiritsubconscious

2. Soul or spiritC1formal

   The non-physical, spiritual essence of a person that animates life and consciousness.

   Alma ou espírito

   • Ancient philosophers debated the nature of the psyche.
   • In many cultures, the psyche is believed to survive after death.
   • The artist poured his entire psyche into the painting.

   Sinônimosanimasoulspirit

   Antônimosbodyfleshmatter