itai

/ɪtɑɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition where a person’s ears become extremely sensitive to sound, often resulting from a loud noise.

“After the concert, she experienced itai and had to leave the room because it was too loud.”

2. verb

To experience a condition where a person’s ears become extremely sensitive to sound, often resulting from a loud noise.

“He itai after attending the rock concert and had to take a break.”

Synonyms

  • hyperacusis
  • sound sensitivity

Antonyms

  • hypacusis
  • sound insensitivity