acathexis acathexis /ˌækəˈθɛksɪs/

noun

1. (psychoanalysis) a lack of cathexis; a condition in which significant objects or memories arouse no emotion in an individual  ( acathexis )
   (psychoanalysis) a lack of cathexis; a condition in which significant objects or memories arouse no emotion in an individual
     He experienced acathexis, feeling a lack of interest or emotional investment in the activities around him.
   He experienced acathexis, feeling a lack of interest or emotional investment in the activities around him.