dissociation
US /dɪˌsoʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌsoʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
1.
the disconnection or separation of something from something else or the state of being disconnected
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The dissociation of water into hydrogen and oxygen is a chemical process.
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There was a clear dissociation between his words and his actions.
2.
a mental process that involves a lack of connection between a person's thoughts, memories, feelings, actions, or sense of identity
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Trauma can lead to feelings of dissociation.
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She experienced a temporary dissociation from reality.