(psychology) The ability to understand mental states that underlies the overt behaviour of oneself or others.

plural of mentalis

present participle of mentalize

The understanding or assumption of a person's mental state by the observation of their behaviour

plural of mental

plural of mentalism

plural of mentalization

Difficult and complex logical thought processes, especially when performed effortlessly. / (derogatory) Inventive, complex arguments used to justify what is otherwise unjustifiable.

The tendency for groups of individuals to act together without planned direction.

(idiomatic, Philippines) A way of thinking best described by the phrase "if I can't have it, neither can you." The metaphor refers to a pot of crabs in which one tries to escape over the side, but is relentlessly pulled down by the others in the pot.