overstimulation
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/ˌoʊvərˌstɪmjʊˈleɪʃən/
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/ˌəʊvəˌstɪmjʊˈleɪʃən/
(overstimulate)
excessive sensory input
Etymology
'overstimulation' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and 'stimulation' from Latin 'stimulatio', where 'stimulare' meant 'to goad or incite'.
'stimulatio' transformed into the English word 'stimulation', and with the prefix 'over-', it became 'overstimulation'.
Initially, it meant 'excessive incitement', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessive sensory input'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
excessive stimulation, often leading to a state of being overwhelmed or unable to process sensory input effectively.
The constant noise and bright lights led to overstimulation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41