BRAINWAVE
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Brainwave.
Brainwave - as a noun
(neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brain wavecortical potentialHypernyms (Closely Related)
bioelectricityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brainstorminsightHypernyms (Closely Related)
apprehensiondiscernmentsavvyunderstandingHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I had a brainwave and came up with a solution to the problem."
"Her sudden brainwave led to a breakthrough in the research."
"The invention was the result of a brilliant brainwave."
"I had a brainwave and remembered where I left my keys."
"His brainwave changed the course of the company's strategy."
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Is BRAINWAVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, brainwave is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
BRAINWAVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is BRAINWAVE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, brainwave is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordBRAINWAVE is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is BRAINWAVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, brainwave is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBRAINWAVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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