brainwave
Any of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain,…Any of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain, especially those seen on an electroencephalogram.
» When couples hold hands, their brainwaves synchronize.
Meaning
2 sensesAny of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain, especially those seen on an electroencephalogram.
Gehirnwelle, Gehirnstrom
(neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph
A sudden idea, understanding, or inspiration; a brainstorm.
Gedankenblitz
the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
Examples
1 sentencesWhen couples hold hands, their brainwaves synchronize.
Translations
2 languagesBy meaning 2
Origin
From brain + wave.From brain + wave.
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Forms
plural: brainwavesSynonyms
4 synonyms- (neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph:brain wavecortical potential
- the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation:insightbrainstorm