amygdalic
|a-myg-da-lic|
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/əˈmɪɡdəlɪk/
almond-like or related to the amygdala
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amygdalic' 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 'amygdalic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'almond-like,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to the amygdala in the brain.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling an almond.
The amygdalic shape of the sculpture was quite unique.
Synonyms
Adjective 2
pertaining to the amygdala, a part of the brain involved in emotions and memory.
The study focused on amygdalic responses to fear stimuli.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 05:06