Amygdalae

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /əˈmɪɡdəˌli/

Definitions of amygdalae

noun a plural form of amygdala, which refers to a small, almond-shaped mass of gray matter located in the brain that is involved in processing emotions and memory

Example Sentences

A1 The amygdalae are two almond-shaped clusters of nuclei located deep within the brain.

A2 The amygdalae play a key role in processing emotions and triggering the body's response to stress.

B1 Damage to the amygdalae can result in difficulties in recognizing and responding to emotions in others.

B2 Studies have shown that the amygdalae are involved in the formation and storage of emotional memories.

C1 The amygdalae are part of the limbic system and are crucial for the regulation of emotions and social behavior.

C2 Research suggests that abnormalities in the amygdalae may contribute to the development of certain psychiatric disorders.

Examples of amygdalae in a Sentence

formal The amygdalae are almond-shaped clusters of nuclei located deep within the brain.

informal Scientists believe that the amygdalae play a key role in processing emotions.

slang I heard that guy has overactive amygdalae, which makes him easily triggered.

figurative Her amygdalae were on high alert during the horror movie, causing her to jump at every little sound.

Grammatical Forms of amygdalae

plural

amygdalae

present tense

amygdala

future tense

will amygdalae

perfect tense

have amygdalae

continuous tense

is amygdalaeing

singular

amygdala

positive degree

amygdalae

infinitive

to amygdalae

gerund

amygdalaing

participle

amygdalaeing

Origin and Evolution of amygdalae

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'amygdalae' originates from the Latin word 'amygdala' which means almond.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in reference to the almond-shaped part of the brain, the term 'amygdalae' has evolved to also refer to the tonsils in botanical terms and to the almond-shaped structures found in the human body.