excitatory

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or causing excitement or arousing interest.

• noun

  A neurotransmitter that facilitates the transmission of electrical signals between neurons.

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Rhymes

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stimulatory , motivatory , desperatory

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Variants

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excitatory

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'excitare', meaning 'to arouse, to incite'.

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Trivia

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1. Excitatory neurotransmitters play a crucial role in learning and memory.

2. Excitatory neurotransmitters are responsible for the 'high' feeling experienced from certain drugs, such as cocaine and amphetamines.

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1. Neurotransmitter: A chemical messenger that transmits a nerve impulse from one neuron to another.

2. Excitatory neurotransmitter: A neurotransmitter that facilitates the transmission of electrical signals between neurons.

3. Inhibitory neurotransmitter: A neurotransmitter that inhibits the transmission of electrical signals between neurons.

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Culture

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Excitatory is a term used in various contexts, including psychology, neuroscience, and everyday language. In psychology, it is used to describe situations or experiences that arouse strong emotions or interest. In neuroscience, excitatory neurotransmitters, such as glutamate, facilitate the transmission of electrical signals between neurons. Excitatory has also been used in literature, particularly in science fiction, to describe technologies or substances that heighten sensory experiences.

How to Memorize "excitatory"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a neuron releasing excitatory neurotransmitters, causing the neighboring neuron to become excited and transmit a signal.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'excitatory' with words like 'stimulating', 'arousing', and 'energizing'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym E-N-T-S: Excitatory Neurotransmitter Transmission System.

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