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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 25, 2024
Get the Psychoacousticsmug. When the need for something is so great a persons decision making processes no longer think of what is happening around them. They only think of the thing they want and how to get it.
This is very common with Alcoholics and Drug Addicts. They will live within a bubble which only allows them to see the things that will allow them more of their addiction.
Bubble Logic is not just about addiction. This can happen with love, lust, needs wants, any desires or thought process which is blinded by that thing they want.
The example below is about an Alcoholic that drinks at work but her bubble does not allow for her to think about the people watching or smelling her.
This is very common with Alcoholics and Drug Addicts. They will live within a bubble which only allows them to see the things that will allow them more of their addiction.
Bubble Logic is not just about addiction. This can happen with love, lust, needs wants, any desires or thought process which is blinded by that thing they want.
The example below is about an Alcoholic that drinks at work but her bubble does not allow for her to think about the people watching or smelling her.
Kyle : Did you smell the Alcohol on Karen's breath? I think she's drunk at work!
Chad: Yeah, it's so obvious but she has no idea. She's just trapped in bubble logic.
Chad: Yeah, it's so obvious but she has no idea. She's just trapped in bubble logic.
by Kewk November 28, 2019
Get the Bubble Logicmug. omnisome (om'ni-sōm) adj.
Of, relating to, or characterized by awesomeness that is omnipresent, eternal, and all-encompassing; awesome in all times, places, and aspects of existence.
Exhibiting universal and perpetual magnificence, splendor, or wonderfulness.
From omni- (Latin: all, every, the whole) + -some (Relating to the quality of awesome).
Synonyms: omnipresently awesome, eternally magnificent, ubiquitously splendid
Of, relating to, or characterized by awesomeness that is omnipresent, eternal, and all-encompassing; awesome in all times, places, and aspects of existence.
Exhibiting universal and perpetual magnificence, splendor, or wonderfulness.
From omni- (Latin: all, every, the whole) + -some (Relating to the quality of awesome).
Synonyms: omnipresently awesome, eternally magnificent, ubiquitously splendid
by Kewk April 16, 2024
Get the Omnisomemug. Enigmanticounter (noun):
An encounter with a mysterious individual that sparks curiosity, intrigue, and a sense of wonder, often leaving one captivated by the enigma and mystery surrounding the person.
An encounter with a mysterious individual that sparks curiosity, intrigue, and a sense of wonder, often leaving one captivated by the enigma and mystery surrounding the person.
Walking through the dimly lit streets, she stumbled upon an enigmanticounter—a chance meeting with a stranger whose enigmatic aura and cryptic words left her both mesmerized and craving to unravel the mysteries hidden within their captivating presence.
by Kewk July 2, 2023
Get the Enigmanticountermug. To be surrounded by people who do not run around like spoiled infants doing everything they can ruin your experience.
by Kewk August 13, 2004
Get the Role-playmug. dree BANT FWIN-yuv
Noun
Modern Irish Gaelic, constructed term
Definition:
A Druid characterized by the ability to absorb or remove negative energy.
This term combines "Draoi" (meaning Druid) with "BaintFuinneamh," a blend of "baint" (to remove) and "fuinneamh" (energy), specifically negative energy ("diúltach").
Cultural Note:
This term is a neologism in Irish Gaelic
Noun
Modern Irish Gaelic, constructed term
Definition:
A Druid characterized by the ability to absorb or remove negative energy.
This term combines "Draoi" (meaning Druid) with "BaintFuinneamh," a blend of "baint" (to remove) and "fuinneamh" (energy), specifically negative energy ("diúltach").
Cultural Note:
This term is a neologism in Irish Gaelic
by Kewk January 14, 2024
Get the Draoi-BaintFuinneamhmug. Guiltfluencer gilt-floo-en-ser
noun
A crafty individual who skillfully uses guilt as their main tool to manipulate others' perceptions, often casting a negative spin on subjects to dissuade or gatekeep people from engaging with them. This persuasion maestro operates by triggering feelings of guilt, regret, or responsibility in their audience, effectively influencing opinions and decisions.
noun
A crafty individual who skillfully uses guilt as their main tool to manipulate others' perceptions, often casting a negative spin on subjects to dissuade or gatekeep people from engaging with them. This persuasion maestro operates by triggering feelings of guilt, regret, or responsibility in their audience, effectively influencing opinions and decisions.
Ever since Karen became a vegan, she's turned into a real guiltfluencer, making everyone feel bad about their food choices."
by Kewk December 24, 2023
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