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Psychoacoustics

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.
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
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Aphant

Short form Adjective for someone with Aphantasia or is Aphantasic.
"I am an Aphant." "We are Aphants".
by Kewk March 8, 2023
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Fetishthrob

Fetishthrob (noun):

The pulsating throb of excitement and anticipation that resonates through the body and mind when discovering a common kink or fetish with a partner, arousing a deep sense of sexual compatibility and unleashing a world of pleasure.
Their eyes locked as they shared a knowing smile, the Fetishthrob between them illuminating their desires and sparking a newfound intimacy, as they embarked on an exhilarating exploration of their shared kink.
by Kewk July 2, 2023
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Bubble Logic

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.
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.
by Kewk November 28, 2019
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Omnisome

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
The omnisome beauty of the cosmos filled them with awe.
by Kewk April 16, 2024
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Mooted

Mooted (adjective):

Describing an individual whose actions, ideas, or contributions are deemed so ineffectual, erroneous, or inconsequential that they render themselves irrelevant or insignificant within a given context.

Pertaining to a state of utter uselessness or insignificance, rendering an individual effectively moot to the point users are forced to mute said individual on social platforms.
Amidst the cacophony of their loud and obnoxious online presence, their uninformed rants about topics they have little knowledge of rendered them mooted, as discerning users recognized the hollowness behind their facade of expertise.
by Kewk July 10, 2023
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Existential Dread

Existential Dread (noun):

The intense fear associated with the belief that all potential catastrophes capable of annihilating human existence could occur simultaneously, epitomizing a catastrophic singularity.
As the scientist observed the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and the increasing global threats from climate change, nuclear warfare, and pandemics, he felt a growing sense of existential dread, the intense fear associated with the belief that all potential catastrophes capable of annihilating human existence could occur simultaneously, epitomizing a catastrophic singularity.
by Kewk July 2, 2023
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