Where does “kateksis” come from?
kateksis (Indonesian) comes from Ancient Greek κάθεξις — holding, retention.
kateksis (Indonesian): cathexis: the concentration of libido or emotional energy on a single object or idea
Definitions
- cathexis: the concentration of libido or emotional energy on a single object or idea
Ancestry of “kateksis”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ancient Greek | κάθεξις | holding, retention |