Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tachyphasia

noun
/ˌtæk.ɪˈfeɪ.ʒə/
Definition
A condition characterized by rapid speech that often lacks coherence.
Examples
  • In some cases, tachyphasia can make it difficult for others to follow the speaker’s thoughts.
  • During her nervous presentation, she struggled with tachyphasia, racing through her words.
Meaning
Refers to the phenomenon of speaking rapidly, often seen in certain medical conditions or as a side effect of some medications.
Synonyms
  • fast speech
  • rapid speech
  • pressured speech