amygdale
|a-myg-dale|
C1
/əˈmɪɡˌdeɪl/
emotion processing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amygdale' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amygdalē,' where 'amygdal-' meant 'almond.'
Historical Evolution
'amygdalē' transformed into the Latin word 'amygdala,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amygdale.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'almond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a part of the brain.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small almond-shaped mass of gray matter in the brain, involved with the experiencing of emotions.
The amygdale plays a crucial role in processing emotions like fear and pleasure.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 04:21