chiralgia

/tʃaɪˈrældʒə/

Definitions

1. noun

Pain or discomfort in the jaw or ears caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises, such as music or machinery.

“The rock musician suffered from chiralgia after years of performing in front of loud crowds.”

Synonyms

  • noise-induced hearing loss
  • tinnitus

Antonyms

  • acoustic comfort
  • sound tolerance