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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

brainwave

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 2.30 in modern English

Syllables
brain-wave
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Any of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain, especially those seen on an electroencephalogram.

noun

A sudden idea, understanding, or inspiration; a brainstorm.

Etymology

From brain + wave.

Inflected Forms

brainwaves (plural) brain wave (alternative)

Phrases

brainwave fingerprinting

Synonyms

insight brainstorm brain wave cortical potential

Questions

What does brainwave mean?
Any of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain, especially those seen on an electroencephalogram.
Where does brainwave come from?
From brain + wave.

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