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thalamic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /θəˈlæmɪk/

KK: /θəˈlæmɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the thalamus, which is a part of the brain that helps process and relay sensory information.


Example

The thalamic region of the brain plays a crucial role in sensory perception.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that the brain has a thalamic region that processes sensory information?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read about that! It's fascinating how it works.
Sloth A
I find it interesting how thalamic functions can affect our perception.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's amazing how much we rely on that part of the brain.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
nuclear
central
subcortical
Antonyms
peripheral
cortical
superficial
Root Explanation

Thalamic → It is derived from "thalamus" (from Greek "thalamos", meaning chamber or inner room) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "thalamic" refers to something that is related to the thalamus, which is a part of the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'thalamus' as a 'chamber' in the brain that relays information, and remember that 'thalamic' means pertaining to that chamber.

Visually Confused Words
subthalamic
epithalamic
talaric
postthalamic
polythalamic
hypothalamic
halakic
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