theta
noun
the·ta
| \ ˈthā-tə
, chiefly British ˈthē-tə\
, chiefly British ˈthē-tə\
Definition of theta
1
: the 8th letter of the Greek alphabet — see Alphabet Table
2
: theta rhythm
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Perhaps most tellingly, says Sirigu, the man’s brain began producing stronger theta waves, electrical brain rhythms correlated with consciousness. — Michael Price, Science | AAAS, "Experimental nerve-stimulation therapy partially revives man in long-term vegetative state—but experts urge caution," 25 Sep. 2017 The researchers are using a form of rTMS called intermittent theta burst stimulation, in which pulses are delivered in bursts, like machine-gun fire. — Meredith Wadman, Science | AAAS, "Brain-altering magnetic pulses could zap cocaine addiction," 29 Aug. 2017 Psychologists at Oregon speculated that the surge in theta waves stimulated the production of cells in the white matter. — Gretchen Reynolds, New York Times, "Of Mice and Mindfulness," 18 May 2017 The Oregon group, by pulsing the light at the same frequency found in human theta waves (eight hertz), were able to switch on the neurons in the anterior cingulate cortexes of the mice. — Gretchen Reynolds, New York Times, "Of Mice and Mindfulness," 18 May 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'theta.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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