Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
echolalia
noun
/ˌɛkoʊˈleɪliə/
Definition
Echolalia is the repetition or echoing of phrases or words spoken by others, often seen in children as part of language development or in individuals with certain neurological conditions.
Examples
- The child displayed echolalia by repeating what the teacher said in class.
- Some individuals with autism exhibit echolalia as a form of communication.
- After the movie, he engaged in echolalia, mimicking lines from the film.
Meaning
It refers to the automatic reproduction of vocalizations made by others, either immediately or after a delay.
Synonyms
- repetition
- echoing
