Oedipal
(adjective)
Relating to or involving feelings of rivalry and love toward one's parent of the opposite sex and feelings of jealousy and hatred toward one's parent of the same sex.
Origin:
The word 'oedipal' comes from the name of the character oedipus in greek mythology who unknowingly killed his father and married his mother.
Examples:
- The oedipal conflict was a common theme in many psychoanalytic theories.
- The oedipal feelings of love and rivalry with his father had a strong impact on the young boy's development.
- The oedipal relationship between the protagonist and his father was explored in the play.
- The oedipal issues were causing a lot of emotional turmoil for the young man.
- The oedipal dynamic was present in the relationship between the mother and her son.