Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

synaesthesia

Noun
/ˌsɪn.iˈes.θi.ə/
Definition
A neurological condition where stimulation of one sensory pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory pathway.
Examples
  • For many synesthetes, music comes alive with vivid colors.
  • She experiences synaesthesia, tasting flavors when she listens to certain songs.
  • His letters have personalities and colors due to his unique synaesthetic perception.
Meaning
Synaesthesia involves a blending of the senses, where one type of sensory input triggers another. For example, a person might hear colors or see sounds.
Synonyms
  • sensory blending
  • cross-modal perception
  • sensory association