Episodic: meaning, definitions and examples

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episodic

 

[ ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

relating to TV shows

Relating to or consisting of separate episodes. Characterized by a series of loosely connected events or experiences.

Synonyms

disjointed, episodical, fragmented

Examples of usage

  • His memory was episodic, with vivid recollections of certain incidents but no overall picture.
  • The show is structured in an episodic format, with each episode focusing on a different character.
Context #2 | Adjective

relating to memory

Relating to or denoting memories that are recalled in episodic rather than semantic terms.

Synonyms

autobiographical, nostalgic, reminiscent

Examples of usage

  • Episodic memory involves the recollection of specific events, situations, and experiences.
  • Patients with Alzheimer's disease often have difficulty with episodic memory.

Translations

Translations of the word "episodic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 episódico

🇮🇳 एपिसोडिक (episodic)

🇩🇪 episodisch

🇮🇩 episodik

🇺🇦 епізодичний

🇵🇱 epizodyczny

🇯🇵 エピソード的 (episodic)

🇫🇷 épisodique

🇪🇸 episódico

🇹🇷 epizodik

🇰🇷 에피소드적인 (episodic)

🇸🇦 حَلَقي (episodic)

🇨🇿 epizodický

🇸🇰 epizodický

🇨🇳 情节性的 (episodic)

🇸🇮 epizodičen

🇮🇸 þáttur

🇰🇿 эпизодтық

🇬🇪 ეპიზოდური

🇦🇿 epizodik

🇲🇽 episódico

Etymology

The word 'episodic' comes from the Greek word 'episodikos' meaning 'coming in between'. It originated in the early 19th century to describe something that consists of separate episodes or events. The usage of 'episodic' expanded to various fields including literature, psychology, and television.

See also: episode, episodical.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,890, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.