Tympanic
adjective
Relating to the tympanic membrane, the eardrum, involved in the process of hearing.
The doctor examined the tympanic membrane for any signs of infection.
Usage tips
Neutral
tympanic membrane, tympanic pressure, tympanic cavity
adjective
Relating to the tympanic membrane, the eardrum, involved in the process of hearing.
The doctor examined the tympanic membrane for any signs of infection.
Usage tips
Neutral
tympanic membrane, tympanic pressure, tympanic cavity
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
Understand that 'tympanic' refers to aspects of hearing and should be used in medical discussions.
The doctor discussed the tympanic aspects of ear health.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'Tympanic' can also describe something that resonates deeply or is rich in sound.
The tympanic quality of her voice filled the entire hall.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitivity to Sound
When describing sound, 'tympanic' implies importance in auditory perception.
The tympanic nature of the sound was evident during the performance.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
Understand that 'tympanic' refers to aspects of hearing and should be used in medical discussions.
The doctor discussed the tympanic aspects of ear health.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'Tympanic' can also describe something that resonates deeply or is rich in sound.
The tympanic quality of her voice filled the entire hall.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitivity to Sound
When describing sound, 'tympanic' implies importance in auditory perception.
The tympanic nature of the sound was evident during the performance.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
Understand that 'tympanic' refers to aspects of hearing and should be used in medical discussions.
The doctor discussed the tympanic aspects of ear health.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'Tympanic' can also describe something that resonates deeply or is rich in sound.
The tympanic quality of her voice filled the entire hall.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitivity to Sound
When describing sound, 'tympanic' implies importance in auditory perception.
The tympanic nature of the sound was evident during the performance.
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