acouasm
|a-cou-asm|
C2
/əˈkuːæzəm/
non-verbal auditory hallucination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acouasm' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akouein,' where 'akou-' meant 'to hear.'
Historical Evolution
'akouein' transformed into the French word 'acouasme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acouasm.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'non-verbal auditory hallucination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a non-verbal auditory hallucination, such as a ringing or buzzing sound.
The patient reported experiencing acouasms, describing them as persistent buzzing noises.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/25 06:21