Skip to content

Psychogenic Definition & Meaning

psychogenic
adjective
  1. of or relating to the psychological cause of a disorder
  2. mental or emotional rather than physiological in origin; "a psychogenic disorder"

"Psychogenic" in song lyrics

See how psychogenic is used in real songs:

  • "chronic fatigue brain psychogenic"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "psychogenic"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "psychogenic" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for psychogenic to find words that pair well.

Use "psychogenic" in a verse

Now that you know what "psychogenic" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Frequently asked questions

What does psychogenic mean?
of or relating to the psychological cause of a disorder mental or emotional rather than physiological in origin; "a psychogenic disorder"
What part of speech is psychogenic?
Psychogenic is an adjective.
How many definitions does psychogenic have?
Psychogenic has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

Look up another word