word
amygdala
ah-MIG-dah-lah
əˈmɪɡdələListen
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Syllable breakdown
amygdala
Dictionary meaning
An almond-shaped brain structure involved in processing emotions, especially fear and aggression.
Examples
- The amygdala activates the fight-or-flight response to perceived threats.
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