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Matricide

usgb/ˈmætrɪsaɪd/Volume
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Used in literature to describe extreme actions in familial conflicts, like in ancient Greek dramas. SlideThe story revolves around a protagonist haunted by the guilt of matricide.
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The word carries heavy cultural and emotional weight due to the severity of the act. SlideHis matricide shocked the community, leaving a lasting impact on its members.
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Sometimes used in psychology to explore deep emotional disturbances behind such an act. SlideThe psychologist studied the patient's history, considering the possible impulse towards matricide.
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