Embolalia
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌɛmbəˈleɪliə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Embolalia is a noun meaning Automatic speech; verbalization that occurs without conscious effort by the individual, such as repetitions and filler words.
Meaning
Automatic speech; verbalization that occurs without conscious effort by the individual, such as repetitions and filler words.
Word Forms
- embololalia
Synonyms for embolalia
Depending on context, synonyms include embolophrasia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include autospeak, alogia, underarticulation, nonutterance, inarticulation, verblessness.
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