hallucinatory
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/həˈluːsɪnəˌtɔːri/
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/həˈluːsɪnət(ə)ri/
relating to hallucinations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hallucinatory' originates from the Latin word 'hallucinari,' meaning 'to wander in the mind.'
Historical Evolution
'hallucinari' transformed into the French word 'halluciner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hallucinate,' from which 'hallucinatory' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wander in the mind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to hallucinations.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by hallucinations.
The patient experienced hallucinatory visions.
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