Misophonia

C2 8+

Pronunciation: /mɪsəˈfoʊniə/

Definitions of misophonia

noun a disorder characterized by strong reactions to specific sounds, often resulting in feelings of anger, irritation, or anxiety

Example Sentences

A1 Misophonia is a condition where certain sounds trigger strong emotional responses.

A2 People with misophonia may feel intense anger or anxiety when exposed to specific noises.

B1 Misophonia can significantly impact a person's daily life and relationships.

B2 Therapy and coping strategies can help individuals with misophonia manage their symptoms.

C1 Research on misophonia is ongoing to better understand its causes and potential treatments.

C2 Individuals with misophonia may benefit from seeking support from mental health professionals.

Examples of misophonia in a Sentence

formal Misophonia is a condition characterized by strong emotional reactions to certain sounds.

informal My misophonia acts up whenever I hear someone chewing loudly.

slang I can't stand that sound, it triggers my misophonia like crazy.

figurative Her misophonia was like a ticking time bomb, ready to explode at the slightest trigger.

Grammatical Forms of misophonia

past tense

misophoniaed

plural

misophonias

comparative

more misophonic

superlative

most misophonic

present tense

experiencing misophonia

future tense

will experience misophonia

perfect tense

has experienced misophonia

continuous tense

is experiencing misophonia

singular

misophonia

positive degree

misophonic

infinitive

to experience misophonia

gerund

experiencing misophonia

participle

experienced misophonia

Origin and Evolution of misophonia

First Known Use: 2001 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'misophonia' originates from the Greek words 'miso' meaning hatred and 'phonia' meaning sound.
Evolution of the word: The term 'misophonia' was first coined in 2001 by the American neuroscientists Pawel and Margaret Jastreboff to describe a condition characterized by a strong dislike or hatred of specific sounds, often resulting in negative emotional reactions or physical responses.