Psychoacoustics /ˌsaɪkoʊəˈku stɪks/
(noun)
The study of the psychological and physiological aspects of hearing and how humans perceive sounds. It explores how sound waves are transformed into auditory sensations and how these processes relate to factors such as sound localization, pitch perception, loudness, and the quality of sound.
The term "psychoacoustics" is derived from a combination of "psycho," meaning "mind" or "psychological," and "acoustics," which refers to the science of sound. This reflects the field's focus on the intersection of psychological processes and acoustic phenomena.
Genealogy of the Word
Psycho-: From the Greek "psyche," meaning "breath, life, soul," later associated with the mind or psychological processes. It's commonly used as a prefix in English to denote psychological aspects or processes.
Acoustics: Originates from the Greek word "akoustikos," meaning "of or for hearing," derived from "akouein," which means "to hear." Acoustics as a scientific term refers to the study of sound, its production, transmission, and effects.
(noun)
The study of the psychological and physiological aspects of hearing and how humans perceive sounds. It explores how sound waves are transformed into auditory sensations and how these processes relate to factors such as sound localization, pitch perception, loudness, and the quality of sound.
The term "psychoacoustics" is derived from a combination of "psycho," meaning "mind" or "psychological," and "acoustics," which refers to the science of sound. This reflects the field's focus on the intersection of psychological processes and acoustic phenomena.
Genealogy of the Word
Psycho-: From the Greek "psyche," meaning "breath, life, soul," later associated with the mind or psychological processes. It's commonly used as a prefix in English to denote psychological aspects or processes.
Acoustics: Originates from the Greek word "akoustikos," meaning "of or for hearing," derived from "akouein," which means "to hear." Acoustics as a scientific term refers to the study of sound, its production, transmission, and effects.
Research in psychoacoustics has led to the development of noise-cancelling headphones, which use sound wave properties to reduce unwanted ambient noise, providing a clearer and more immersive listening experience for users.
by Kewk February 26, 2024
a slang term used for a mythical plastic vagina which is electrical in nature and usually derives it power from the wall socket.
Origin: Gay Joe from P-Town
Origin: Gay Joe from P-Town
by KewK December 15, 2004
The side piece or friend with benefits of a gay, gangster a** foo.
Homosexual term of endearment.
Synonymous with Side Chick.
Down a** foo with benefits
Homosexual term of endearment.
Synonymous with Side Chick.
Down a** foo with benefits
by Kewk June 19, 2020
A person who attempts to embody the traditionally assertive, dominant qualities of an "Alpha Male" while still primarily displaying the more reserved, submissive traits of a "Beta Male."
A social role characterized by an unsuccessful or overcompensating attempt to exhibit leadership, dominance or assertiveness typically associated with Alpha Males.
A social role characterized by an unsuccessful or overcompensating attempt to exhibit leadership, dominance or assertiveness typically associated with Alpha Males.
Despite his best attempts, a Balpha Male often reveals his Beta tendencies, leading to amusing or awkward social interactions.
by Kewk July 27, 2023
Memevolve(verb): /mi mvɒlv/ "Meem" "Vol" as in "volve"
The process by which a meme transforms into a conspiracy theory that is perceived as true by certain individuals or groups, despite the absence of objective evidence or factual basis. This transformation occurs through the propagation and reinforcement of the meme within an echo chamber of like-minded individuals who share a particular worldview or ideology.
As the meme continues to circulate and gain momentum, it gradually mutates into a distorted version of reality, with proponents of the conspiracy theory interpreting any evidence or events as confirming their preconceived beliefs.
Memevolve in this context highlights the power of memes to shape and influence collective perceptions and beliefs, even in the absence of verifiable truth or empirical evidence.
Memevolve (noun): The process by which a meme transforms into a conspiracy theory that is perceived as true by certain individuals or groups, despite the absence of objective evidence or factual basis. This transformation occurs through the propagation and reinforcement of the meme within an echo chamber of like-minded individuals who share a particular worldview or ideology. Memevolve reflects the power of memes to shape and influence collective perceptions and beliefs, even in the absence of verifiable truth or empirical evidence.
The process by which a meme transforms into a conspiracy theory that is perceived as true by certain individuals or groups, despite the absence of objective evidence or factual basis. This transformation occurs through the propagation and reinforcement of the meme within an echo chamber of like-minded individuals who share a particular worldview or ideology.
As the meme continues to circulate and gain momentum, it gradually mutates into a distorted version of reality, with proponents of the conspiracy theory interpreting any evidence or events as confirming their preconceived beliefs.
Memevolve in this context highlights the power of memes to shape and influence collective perceptions and beliefs, even in the absence of verifiable truth or empirical evidence.
Memevolve (noun): The process by which a meme transforms into a conspiracy theory that is perceived as true by certain individuals or groups, despite the absence of objective evidence or factual basis. This transformation occurs through the propagation and reinforcement of the meme within an echo chamber of like-minded individuals who share a particular worldview or ideology. Memevolve reflects the power of memes to shape and influence collective perceptions and beliefs, even in the absence of verifiable truth or empirical evidence.
"The idea of a deep state controlling the government didn't gain much traction until it began to memevolve online, with various conspiracy theories and false claims being circulated among social media networks."
by Kewk April 19, 2023
/slīt fȯr prä-fət/
When an event is created/fabricated to push a country into war for the means of profiting from the war. A type of false flag event where the only thing that is false is the purpose of the war.
When an event is created/fabricated to push a country into war for the means of profiting from the war. A type of false flag event where the only thing that is false is the purpose of the war.
The entry into the war looked like a simple mistake but when every thing unfoled the mistake was nothing more than Sleight for Profit.
by Kewk January 03, 2020
Dissception (noun):
A portmanteau of "dis," slang for disrespect, and "Inception," a reference to the complex layers of reality in the eponymous movie.
A situation or act in which an individual attempts to disrespect or belittle another, but inadvertently ends up disrespecting or belittling themselves, often in a manner that is not immediately apparent.
A portmanteau of "dis," slang for disrespect, and "Inception," a reference to the complex layers of reality in the eponymous movie.
A situation or act in which an individual attempts to disrespect or belittle another, but inadvertently ends up disrespecting or belittling themselves, often in a manner that is not immediately apparent.
His attempt to mock her fashion sense was a clear case of dissception when everyone pointed out his own outdated style.
by Kewk July 06, 2023