Acoasmata

C2 18+

Pronunciation: /əˈkoʊˌæzmətə/

Definitions of acoasmata

noun a plural form of the noun acoasma, which refers to an auditory hallucination or sound perceived without an external stimulus

Example Sentences

A1 Acoasmata are visual hallucinations that occur without any external stimulus.

A2 Some people with certain medical conditions may experience acoasmata.

B1 The doctor explained that acoasmata can be caused by changes in brain activity.

B2 Research suggests that acoasmata may be linked to abnormalities in the visual cortex.

C1 Individuals with acoasmata often report seeing intricate patterns and colors.

C2 The study of acoasmata is complex and requires a multidisciplinary approach.

Examples of acoasmata in a Sentence

formal The scientist studied the phenomenon of acoasmata in great detail.

informal I heard that acoasmata can be quite fascinating to learn about.

slang Acoasmata are like, really weird auditory hallucinations, dude.

figurative The silence in the room was so intense, it felt like acoasmata were echoing in my ears.

Grammatical Forms of acoasmata

plural

acoasmata

comparative

more acoasmata

superlative

most acoasmata

present tense

acoasmata

future tense

will acoasmata

perfect tense

have acoasmata

continuous tense

is acoasmata

singular

acoasma

positive degree

acoasmata

infinitive

to acoasmata

gerund

acoasmating

participle

acoasmated

Origin and Evolution of acoasmata

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'acoasmata' originates from Greek
Evolution of the word: Originally used in ancient Greek philosophy to refer to sense perceptions that are not derived from external stimuli, the term 'acoasmata' has evolved in modern usage to refer to hallucinations or imaginary sounds experienced by individuals.