-thymia

1. a combining form used in the formation of compound words that denote mental disorders, as specified by the initial element:

   alexithymia; cyclothymia; dysthymia.

-thymia

combining form

1. indicating a certain emotional condition, mood, or state of mind

   cyclothymia

Word History and Origins

Origin of -thymia¹

< Greek, equivalent to thȳm ( ós ) soul, spirit, mind + -ia -ia

Word History and Origins

Origin of -thymia¹

New Latin, from Greek thumos temper