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.