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neurosensory

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈsɛn.sər.i/

KK: /nʊroʊˈsɛnʃəri/

adjective
Definition

This word describes something that is connected to the sensory functions of the nervous system, including how the body perceives sensations through nerves.


Example

The neurosensory pathways are crucial for transmitting information from the senses to the brain.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the new neurosensory studies coming out?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read something about it; it sounds fascinating!
Sloth A
I think understanding neurosensory functions could really change how we treat certain conditions.
Sloth B
Definitely! It's amazing to think about how our nervous system impacts everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sensory
nervous
afferent
Antonyms
insensate
unresponsive
dull
Root Explanation

Neurosensory → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "sensory" (from Latin "sensorius", meaning of sense or perception). The word "neurosensory" refers to the sensory functions related to the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and 'sense' ('sensory') working together to understand how we perceive the world through our nervous system.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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