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hyperexcitability
This term is primarily used in clinical, neurological, and psychological contexts to describe a state of over-responsiveness. In a medical sense, it refers to a physiological malfunction where nerves or muscles fire too easily, often associated with pathology or toxicity. It carries a technical, objective tone and is rarely used in casual conversation.
When applied to psychology, the word describes a heightened state of emotional arousal or instability. It differs from general "excitement" by implying an abnormal or pathological level of reactivity that is often maladaptive or distressing to the individual.
Meanings
An abnormal state of increased sensitivity or responsiveness of a nerve, muscle, or organ to stimuli.
Examples
The patient exhibited significant muscular hyperexcitability during the reflex test.
I wonder if this constant state of hyperexcitability is a side effect of the new medication.
Neuronal hyperexcitability is often a precursor to seizure activity in the brain.
Her emotional hyperexcitability makes it difficult for her to handle minor criticisms.
The doctor explained that the hyperexcitability of the nerves causes the tingling sensation.
Stop reacting so wildly to everything; your hyperexcitability is exhausting.
Stop reacting so wildly to everything; your hyperexcitability is exhausting.
The study focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular hyperexcitability.
Maybe my hyperexcitability is just a result of too much caffeine and not enough sleep.