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