amnestic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or affecting memory; causing memory loss.

• noun

  A condition of inability to remember past experiences, usually as a result of brain injury.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with amnestic
aphetic , anesthetic , athletic , aesthetic , mettlesome

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Variants

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amnestied , amnesties , amnesty , amnestying

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Etymology

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From the Greek word amnesia, meaning 'forgetfulness'.

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Trivia

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1. Amnesia is a common plot device in many movies and TV shows.

2. There are different types of amnesia, including retrograde amnesia (inability to remember past events) and anterograde amnesia (inability to form new memories).

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Related Concepts

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1. Amnesia: A condition in which a person is unable to recall past experiences due to damage or disorder in the brain.

2. Memory: The ability to recall past experiences or information.

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Culture

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In literature, 'amnestic' is often used to describe characters who have lost their memory, such as in the novel 'The Amnesia Symphony' by Brian K. Vaughan. In art, there are several works that explore the theme of memory loss and amnesia.

How to Memorize "amnestic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a brain with damaged areas, causing memory loss. Visualize the word 'amnestic' written in your mind whenever you encounter this concept.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'amnestic' with forgetfulness or memory loss.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym A-M-N-E-S-T-I-C to remember 'Amnesia: Memory Loss, Experiences, and Thoughts Incomplete'.

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