cerebrum
1 synonym for cerebrum, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The largest, foremost part of the brain, split into left and right hemispheres, which handles complex sensory processing, voluntary movement and higher mental functions such as thought and memory.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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telencephalon
How to use cerebrum
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
human cerebrum
left and right hemispheres of the cerebrum
damage to the cerebrum
This is a formal anatomical term used mainly in medical and scientific contexts.
Etymology
The word came into English through Middle English cerebrum, taken directly from the Latin cerebrum, meaning brain.
Full origin of cerebrum →Frequently asked questions
What does the cerebrum do?
It handles complex sensory processing, the initiation and coordination of voluntary movement, and higher mental functions such as thought, reasoning and memory.
Where is the cerebrum located?
It sits at the front of the skull and forms the largest part of the human brain.
Is the cerebrum the same as the brain?
No, the cerebrum is the largest part of the brain, but the brain also includes other structures such as the cerebellum and brainstem.
