Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hyperacusis
Noun
/ˌhaɪ.pə.rəˈkjuː.sɪs/
Definition
An increased sensitivity to normal environmental sounds.
Examples
- A person with hyperacusis might find the sound of a clock ticking painfully loud.
- Some individuals with hyperacusis experience discomfort in noisy environments.
- Therapies for hyperacusis often involve gradual exposure to sounds.
Meaning
Hyperacusis is a condition where the auditory system becomes overly sensitive to sounds that would not normally be bothersome to most people.
Synonyms
- Sound sensitivity
- Auditory hypersensitivity
- Noise sensitivity
