detachment

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of disconnecting or separating emotionally, mentally, or physically.

  - "After the breakup, she needed some time for detachment before starting a new relationship."
  - "The soldier's detachment from his family helped him focus on the mission."

• Noun

  The state of being unattached or disconnected.

  - "The monk sought detachment from worldly desires."
  - "In art, detachment can be achieved through using cool colors and avoiding emotion."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈtæt͡ʃmənt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with detachment
attachment , relation , communication , station

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Variants

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detachment , detachments , retinal detachment

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Forms

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Detached (adjective): Not connected or attached., Detach (verb): To separate or disconnect.

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Etymology

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From the Old French 'detacher,' meaning 'to unfasten,' or 'to take off.'

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Trivia

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1. Detachment is a common theme in science fiction, where characters must detach emotionally from their robotic or synthetic companions.

2. In some Eastern spiritual practices, detachment is considered a necessary step towards enlightenment.

3. The term 'detachment' is also used in psychology to describe a state of dissociation or disconnection from reality.

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Related Concepts

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1. Emotional detachment: The inability to connect emotionally with others or to feel empathy.

2. Mental detachment: The ability to focus on a task without distractions or interruptions.

3. Physical detachment: The act of separating a body part from the body, such as amputation.

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Culture

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Detachment is a common theme in various forms of art, literature, and philosophy. In literature, detachment is often used to describe a character's emotional distance or objectivity. In art, detachment can be achieved through using cool colors, abstract forms, or minimalist compositions. In philosophy, detachment is a key concept in Buddhism, where it refers to the ability to let go of attachments and desires.

How to Memorize "detachment"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a rubber band connecting you to an object or person. Slowly and gently pull the rubber band to create a sense of detachment.

2. associate
   

   - Associate detachment with the image of a tree shedding its leaves in autumn.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym DETACH: Distance Emotionally, Take Action, Accept the situation, Commit to growth, and Have hope.

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