Definition

An excessive flow of saliva.

Example

Hypersalivation can occur during certain medical conditions or as a side effect of some medications.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of hypersalivation?

No, what is that?

It's when someone produces an excessive flow of saliva.

That sounds uncomfortable! I can’t imagine dealing with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hypersalivation is formed from "hyper-" (meaning excessive) and "salivation" (from Latin "salivatio", meaning the act of producing saliva). The word describes the condition of producing an excessive amount of saliva.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hyper-' meaning excessive, and 'salivation' referring to the act of producing saliva. This helps you remember that hypersalivation means an excessive production of saliva.

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