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overexcitability

UK
/ˌəʊvərɪkˌsaɪtəˈbɪləti/
US
/ˌoʊvərɪkˌsaɪtəˈbɪləti/
overexcitabilitynoun
UK
/ˌəʊvərɪkˌsaɪtəˈbɪləti/
US
/ˌoʊvərɪkˌsaɪtəˈbɪləti/
Abstract noun; typically uncountable, meaning an excessive susceptibility to excitement or stimulation.
Translations
hyperexcitabilitéTerme surtout utilisé en psychologie, en médecine et en neurophysiologie.
The researchers observed overexcitability in the participants' responses to minor stimuli.
Les chercheurs ont observé une hyperexcitabilité dans les réponses des participants à de faibles stimuli.
Additional translations
surexcitabilitéVariante moins fréquente, de registre surtout scientifique.
Definitions
the state or quality of being overexcitable; an excessive tendency to become excited or stimulated too easily or too strongly
The researchers observed overexcitability in the participants' responses to minor stimuli.
Synonyms
hyperexcitement
hypersensitivity
hyperreactivity
overresponsiveness
overstimulation
agitation
nervousness
restlessness
high arousal
hyperexcitability
Antonyms
composure
calmness
tranquility
serenity
equanimity
placidity
sedateness
stability
unresponsiveness
indifference
underexcitability
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