Nociceptive
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌnəʊ.sɪˈsɛp.tɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nociceptive is an adjective meaning (physiology) Relating to the perception or sensation of pain.
Meaning
(physiology) Relating to the perception or sensation of pain.
Word Forms
- noci-ceptive
Synonyms for nociceptive
Depending on context, synonyms include sensitive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sensitive, noci-ceptive, hypernociceptive, neuralgic, nociplastic, nocicipient.
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