Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amygdale
Noun
/əˈmɪɡ.deɪl/
Definition
An almond-shaped structure in the brain that is involved in emotion regulation and memory processing.
Examples
- The amygdale is activated when we experience fear or anxiety.
- Research has shown that the amygdale influences our emotional memories.
- Damage to the amygdale can affect how we recognize emotions in others.
Meaning
The amygdale plays a key role in the processing of emotions such as fear, anger, and pleasure, and is crucial for our emotional responses and memory formation.
Synonyms
- Almond
- Emotional center
- Fear center
