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neuroimaging

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈnjʊəroʊˌɪmɪdʒɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnʊroʊˌɪmɪdʒɪŋ/

noun
Definition

A medical field that creates pictures of the brain using safe methods like CT scans and MRI.


Example

Neuroimaging helps doctors see how the brain is functioning and diagnose conditions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the latest advancements in neuroimaging?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's fascinating how they can visualize the brain now.
Sloth A
I read that it helps in diagnosing conditions much earlier.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's a game changer for brain health.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
imaging
scanning
visualization
Antonyms
obscurity
ambiguity
confusion
verb
Definition

Not a valid English word.


Example

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Tense Forms

Past: Not available

Past Participle: Not available


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how they neuroimaging helps scientists understand the brain?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's fascinating! I read that it can show how different areas work together.
Sloth A
Right? I can't imagine how complex the technology must be for neuroimaging.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Neuroimaging → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "imaging" (from Latin "imaginare", meaning to form an image). The word refers to the process of forming images of the brain or nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and 'forming an image' ('imaging') to remember that neuroimaging is about creating images of the nervous system.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

Is this page helpful?
Totally! It's amazing what they can learn from just looking at brain activity.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
scan
image
map
Antonyms
ignore
neglect
overlook