1
as in soul
an immaterial force within a human being thought to give the body life, energy, and power
disturbing, enigmatic paintings that seem to embody the psyche of this brilliant but troubled artist
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in mind
the part of a person that feels, thinks, perceives, wills, and especially reasons
a novel that explores the psyche of a depressed teen
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of psyche
Interview 'Anxious, Furious and Dread-Soaked': An Interview with Lauren Groff
Marissa Stapley
The author of Florida on the impact of landscape on the psyche, the political responsibilities of fiction, and playing with expectations.
—
Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
Within the ornate chambers of Shafak’s psyche, a remarkable drama unfolds.
—Fidan Cheikosman, JSTOR Daily, 1 Jan. 2025
This three-part special presented by FX leans heavily into the Dickensian aspect of the novella, delving into the grim realities of Victorian-era London to illuminate the depths of Ebenezer Scrooge's (Guy Pearce) psyche.
—Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
There's the tendency for viewers to dismiss them as meaningless, but The Sopranos has never been shy about examining Tony's psyche.
—Griff Griffin, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for psyche 
Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
Within the ornate chambers of Shafak’s psyche, a remarkable drama unfolds.
—Fidan Cheikosman, JSTOR Daily, 1 Jan. 2025
This three-part special presented by FX leans heavily into the Dickensian aspect of the novella, delving into the grim realities of Victorian-era London to illuminate the depths of Ebenezer Scrooge's (Guy Pearce) psyche.
—Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
There's the tendency for viewers to dismiss them as meaningless, but The Sopranos has never been shy about examining Tony's psyche.
—Griff Griffin, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for psyche
Recent Examples of Synonyms for psyche
Noun
-
These kind souls travel around the world just to help.Tamara Conniff, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Jan. 2025
-
Carrie Nation was trying to transform the soul of her country.Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Tech might not be the first thing that comes to mind when one pictures Phoenix.Kate Rooney,Andrew Evers, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
-
Substack When people think of Substack, the publishing platform that hosts some of the biggest and highest-paying newsletters of the day, front-facing, short-form video content doesn’t necessarily come to mind.CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Over 45 gallons of spirits, wine, and beer were served to 55 men in attendance.Christian Schneider, National Review, 9 Jan. 2025
-
This shift in approach invites us to appreciate them on their own terms, free from the expectations of traditional spirits.Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appétit, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Researchers studied the brains of 202 former football players.Chantz Martin, Fox News, 9 Jan. 2025
-
The Brain Under Stress: Conversations That Hinder Collaboration Stress has a profound impact on how the brain processes conversations.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Delimitros said one of the truck’s side view mirrors struck her in the head, causing minor injuries.David Hernandez, sandiegouniontribune.com, 19 July 2017
-
Cal Fire representatives said the current parking mess has already impacted them because the driveway to their station enters the highway not far from the trail head.J. Harry Jones, Ramona Sentinel, 19 July 2017
Noun
-
Foreman theater answered this call by creating dreamscapes that eluded our intellect’s mania for control.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
-
Hubert began gifting his fellow Orc with temporary intellect, which nearly caused an uprising amongst his clansmen.Kazuma Hashimoto, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near psyche
Cite this Entry
“Psyche.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psyche. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share