isophasal

/aɪsəʊˈfeɪzəl/; /aɪˈsoʊfeɪzəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or characterized by isophasia, a form of echolalia where a person repeats words or phrases spoken by another, often in a mirror-like fashion

“The therapist worked with the patient to recognize and overcome their isophasal behavior during therapy sessions.”

2. noun

A person who exhibits isophasia

“The isophasal patient was a unique case study for the researchers to understand the condition better.”

Synonyms

  • echolalic
  • mirroring

Antonyms

  • dissimilar
  • non-mimetic