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adjectiveundersocialized (comparative more undersocialized, superlative most undersocialized)
comparative more undersocialized · superlative most undersocialized
- Insufficiently assimilated into society; antisocial.
The undersocialized, aggressive child is so maladaptive in his responses that it is difficult for him to cover up his pathology. When he's caught at something he may attempt to justify his behavior, go into a rage or attempt to escape […]
1988, Karen M. Lorentzen, Claudewell S. Thomas, Jacob Jay Lindenthal, Health education: principles, preparation, and practice
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undersocialized. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/undersocialized
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“undersocialized.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/undersocialized. Accessed November 3, 2026.
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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “undersocialized,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/undersocialized.
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