withdrawal

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Medicine Technical

n. the unpleasant physical and mental feelings you have when you stop using a drug you are addicted to.

n. the physiological and psychological symptoms experienced when an addictive substance is discontinued.

“He suffered from sweating and shaking during his first week of withdrawal.”

“The clinical team monitored the patient closely for severe withdrawal symptoms, including tremors and acute anxiety, during the initial phase of recovery.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Formal

n. the act of moving soldiers or support away from a place.

n. the act of pulling back or removing troops, support, or a statement from a specific context.

日本語:撤退※

“The government announced the full withdrawal of its troops by the end of the year.”

“The sudden withdrawal of diplomatic support left the small nation vulnerable to economic sanctions from its neighbours.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Academic

n. the act of becoming quiet and not wanting to talk to other people.

n. the state of ceasing to participate in social activities or communication, often due to emotional distress.

“Her sudden withdrawal from her friends was a sign that she was unhappy.”

“Psychologists noted that social withdrawal is frequently an early indicator of clinical depression in adolescents.”