PsychologyAugust 19, 2026
unmoors
un-MOORZ
Definition
To cause a person to feel lost, insecure, or without a stable foundation.
Etymology
Derived from the verb moor, which means to secure a ship with ropes or cables; the prefix 'un-' denotes the act of releasing those connections, leaving one adrift.
In the news
The article uses the word to describe how childhood emotional wounds can cause an adult to suddenly lose their sense of stability or perspective when facing a new personal ending.
Endings Can Be Unbearable to Renewing
Read the full article ↗Psychology Today