Disassociation

/ˌdɪsəˌsoʊʃiˈeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The act or process of breaking away from or no longer being connected to a person, group, or idea.

Etymology

From disassociate + -tion (Latin noun suffix -tio). The noun form developed in the 1600s alongside the verb disassociate.

Kelly Says

Disassociation is a key concept in both psychology and international relations—when countries declare disassociation from a conflict, they're trying to remain neutral and avoid being dragged into the fighting.

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