hallucination

Meanings

• Noun

  A false perception or sensation, typically a sensory one, that is not based in reality but is experienced as if it were.

  - "She had a hallucination after taking the new medication."
  - "The prisoner described seeing a hallucination of angels in his cell."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hallucination
delusion , illusion , infatuation , obsession

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Variants

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hallucination , hallucinations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'hallucinare', meaning 'to wander' or 'to rove'. This refers to the disconnection from reality that is experienced during a hallucination.

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Trivia

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1. Hallucinations can occur in any of the senses, including sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

2. Some drugs, such as LSD and psilocybin, are known to cause hallucinations.

3. Hallucinations can be a symptom of various medical conditions, including epilepsy, schizophrenia, and migraines.

4. Some people report experiencing hallucinations during near-death experiences.

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Related Concepts

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1. Delusion: A false belief that is not based on reality and is often held despite evidence to the contrary. Delusions are typically more fixed and persistent than hallucinations.

2. Illusion: A misperception of reality, often created through sensory deception or trickery. Illusions can be visual, auditory, or tactile, and are typically less severe than hallucinations.

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Culture

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Hallucinations have been depicted in various forms of art and literature, such as Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Raven' and Salvador Dalí's paintings. They have also been explored in music, particularly in psychedelic rock.

How to Memorize "hallucination"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a bright, vivid image that is not real. Visualize the colors, shapes, and details as clearly as possible.
   - Practice visualizing a hallucination in different settings and situations to strengthen your ability to recall the image.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hallucination' with a strong, memorable image or concept. For example, you could associate it with a surreal, dreamlike landscape.
   - Create a mental link between the word and the image or concept to help you remember it.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use a mnemonic device, such as an acronym or a rhyme, to help you remember the definition of 'hallucination'. For example, you could use the acronym 'False Perception' to remember that a hallucination is a 'False Perception' of reality.

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