Agitophasia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæd͡ʒɪtoʊˈfeɪʒə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Agitophasia is a noun meaning (pathology) A condition characterized by abnormally rapid speech in which words, sounds, or syllables are unconsciously omitted, slurred, or distorted.
Meaning
(pathology) A condition characterized by abnormally rapid speech in which words, sounds, or syllables are unconsciously omitted, slurred, or distorted.
Example Sentences
Thousands of persons suffer from agitophasia in some degree. This, in fact, is the most common of speech defect.
Synonyms for agitophasia
Depending on context, synonyms include agitolalia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include agitolalia, hyperphasia, acatamathesia, tachyphemia, acataphasia, phonopathy.
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