| 释义 |
ex·ter·nal·ize
\ ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌīz\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Usage: see -ize
1.
a. : to make external : embody in an outward form
< spoken language externalizes thought >
b. : to consider or treat as if consisting only of externals
< a tendency to externalize all religions >
2.
a. : to transform from a mental image into an apparently real object (as in hallucinations) : attribute (a mental image) to external causation
< externalizing an obsession >
b. : to invent an explanation for (an inner conflict, emotion, or problem whose actual basis is known only subconsciously) by attributing to causes outside the self : rationalize, project
< externalized his inability to succeed >
3. : to direct outward socially : extrovert
< attempts to externalize the individual and to divert his energies into social and recreational channels — L.R.Wolberg > |