brainwaves

/ˈbreɪnweɪvz/

Meanings

noun

Any of many rhythmic fluctuations of electric potential between parts of the brain, especially those seen on an electroencephalogram

Examples :

"The doctor studied the patient's brainwaves on the screen to understand their sleep patterns. "

noun

A sudden idea, understanding, or inspiration; a brainstorm

Examples :

""During the meeting, she had a few good brainwaves that helped solve the problem." "

mind sensation physiology

Related Words

brainstorm noun

/ˈbɹeɪnstɔː(ɹ)m/

A sudden thought, particularly one that solves a long-standing problem.

"I had been working on the problem for weeks, and then I had a brainstorm and saw that the solution was easy."

electroencephalogram noun

/ɪˌlɛktroʊɪnˈsɛfələˌɡræm/ /ɪˌlɛktroʊɛnˈsɛfələˌɡræm/

A recording of electrical brain activity (brain waves) made by an electroencephalograph.

"The doctor ordered an electroencephalogram to check for seizures after the patient's fainting spell. "

understand verb

/ˌɞndəɹˈstand/ /(ˌ)ʌndəˈstænd/ /ˌʌndɚˈstænd/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"My teacher explained the new math concept, and I understood it perfectly. "

inspiration noun

/ɪnspɨˈɹeɪʃən/

The drawing of air into the lungs, accomplished in mammals by elevation of the chest walls and flattening of the diaphragm, as part of the act of respiration.

"The deep inspiration filled her lungs with air, preparing her for the long run. "

especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

between noun

/bɪˈtwiːn/ /bəˈtwin/

A kind of needle, shorter than a sharp, with a small rounded eye, used for making fine stitches on heavy fabrics.

"The seamstress used a sturdy between to create a precise, even stitch on the thick upholstery fabric. "

patterns noun

/ˈpætərnz/ /ˈpætɪrnz/

Model, example.

"The sewing patterns helped me make a dress that looked exactly like the picture. "

rhythmic adjective

/ˈɹɪð.mək/

Of or relating to rhythm.

"The rhythmic drumming made it easy to dance to the music. "

electric noun

/əˈlɛktɹɪk/

(usually with definite article) Electricity; the electricity supply.

"We had to sit in the dark because the electric was cut off."

understanding verb

/ʌndəˈstandɪŋ/ /ˌʌndəɹˈstændɪŋ/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

potential noun

/pəˈtɛnʃəl/ /po(ʊ)ˈtɛnʃəl/

Currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to)

"Even from a young age it was clear that she had the potential to become a great musician."

fluctuations noun

/ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃənz/ /ˌflʌktʃueɪˈʃənz/

A motion like that of waves; a moving in this and that direction.

"the fluctuations of the sea"