An Idiom referring to any non-physical method used in either a defensive and/or offensive manner.

Comments:

This can be something that is done overtly and/or intentionally to intimidate, encourage, discourage, startle, or frighten an opponent.

It can be something spoken, a gesture, a way of acting, or a specific manner of approaching a situation.

The physical size of a person can be used as a psychological weapon.

Psychological weapons are an efficient way of averting conflict and usually implemented by the more advanced and confident martial artist.

This represents the dragon part of Kenpo.

Example(s):

A noise, psychological influence, etc... are examples of psychological weapons.

Synonym(s):

Leverage, Strategic Ploy

Related Definition(s):

Break, Leverage, Weapon

Related Term(s):

Environmental Weapon, Man-made Weapon, Natural Weapon