Oivaltavat
Oivaltavat is a Finnish word that translates to "threatening" or "ominous" in English. In psychology, Oivaltavat refers to a term used by Finnish psychologist Ilmari Vexi to describe a feeling of being threatened or menaced by something or someone. Vexi introduced the concept in his book "Oivaltavat ja hermot" (Threats and Emotions) in 1965.
Vexi defined Oivaltavat as a complex emotional state that is characterized by fear, anxiety, and unease. He
Oivaltavat is often contrasted with the concept of "ohastrava" or "interesting", which Vexi believed to be a
Vexi's work on Oivaltavat has been influential in Finnish psychology and has garnered interest from international