amygdalic

/ˌæmɪɡˈdeɪlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from the amygdala, a part of the brain involved in emotions, such as fear and anger

“The amygdalic response to the horror movie was intense.”

2. noun

a substance, especially amygdalin, derived from the kernel of the apricot stone

“The amygdalic extract was used in traditional medicine.”

Synonyms

  • amygdalinic
  • amygdaloid

Antonyms

  • cerebral
  • neocortical