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neuroses

/njuːˈroʊsiːz/ noun · British & US
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What does neuroses mean?

noun

A state of being anxious or worried about one's health, often in an excessive or irrational way. A collection of neuroses can refer to a set of psychological or emotional problems.

Example

"Her neuroses about her health made it difficult for her to enjoy her vacation."

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