English Explanatory Dictionary

precontemplative

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Before contemplation.
  2. In a phase of mental activity in which one does not yet begin to recognize or acknowledge the maladaptiveness of someone's behavior (such as own's own, or that of a family member or friend); usually with reference to substance use.

Word forms

precontemplative

Etymology

From pre- + contemplative.

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