Cognitohazard
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɒɡˈni.təʊˌhæ.zəd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cognitohazard is a noun meaning (neurology, chiefly science fiction) A sensory signal (such as an image or sound) that directly causes harmful or undesired physiological effects to one who senses or perceives it.
Meaning
(neurology, chiefly science fiction) A sensory signal (such as an image or sound) that directly causes harmful or undesired physiological effects to one who senses or perceives it.
Example Sentences
CAUTION! High-grade Cognitohazard in effect!
The one about Qpple hardware being a cognitohazard? (I made that up, BTW. :D )
“Says here you’re on the front lines, not search and rescue. Do you have the cognitohazard equipment?”
The symbol on that piece of paper is a cognitohazard which puts everyone who reads it in a week-long coma.
Word Forms
- cognitohazards
Antonyms for cognitohazard
Common opposites include arousal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ideasthesia, precog, synaesthesia, agnosia, neuroconsciousness, cognitivism.
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