momism

/'mɔmizm/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Excessive attachment to or dependence on one's mother: "Momism" refers to an overdeveloped or unhealthy emotional dependence on a mother, often characterized by excessive maternal protection, dominance, or control that hinders a child's, particularly a son's, psychological independence and maturity.
Usage
  • The term is used in sociological and psychological contexts to describe a family dynamic or a personality trait. It often carries a negative connotation, implying a lack of autonomy in the individual due to an overpowering maternal influence.
  • Example:
Examples
  • Noun:
    • Some mid-20th century social critics blamed momism for a perceived decline in masculine vigor.
    • His momism was evident in his need to call his mother for approval before making any decision.
Advanced Usage
  • The term was popularized in the 1940s by author Philip Wylie in his book , where he used it critically to describe a perceived cultural phenomenon of overbearing motherhood in American society.
  • It is often discussed in the context of Freudian or psychodynamic theories about development.
Variants and Related Words
  • Momist (noun, rare): A person, typically a son, who exhibits the characteristics of momism.
  • Matriarchy (noun): A social system where women, especially mothers, hold primary power. While related to structures of power, it is a broader sociological term than the psychological "momism."
Synonyms
  • Oedipus complex (in psychoanalytic theory, specifically referring to a son's attachment): A more specific clinical term with different theoretical foundations.
  • Excessive maternal attachment: A descriptive phrase with a similar meaning.
  • Mother fixation: A less formal synonym.
Antonyms
  • Independence: The state of being free from the control or influence of others.
  • Autonomy: Self-governing independence.
Related Idioms/Phrases
  • Tied to one's mother's apron strings: An idiom describing someone, usually a man, who is excessively dependent on or controlled by his mother. This is a common figurative expression for the concept of "momism."
    • Example: At thirty years old, he's still tied to his mother's apron strings and won't move out of her house.
Noun
  1. excessive protection

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