Chromaesthesia (Noun)
Meaning
A form of synesthesia in which nonvisual stimulation results in the experience of color sensations.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The musician's chromaesthesia allowed her to see vibrant colors when she listened to different musical notes.
- He experienced a strong sense of chromaesthesia when tasting certain flavors, with sweet foods often appearing as pastel hues.
- The poet's chromaesthesia inspired her to write vivid descriptions of the colors she saw when hearing certain words.
- Researchers studied the brain activity of individuals with chromaesthesia to better understand the neural basis of this phenomenon.
- The artist's chromaesthesia influenced her choice of colors for her paintings, which often reflected the colors she saw when listening to music.