subliminal
What is another word for subliminal? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Below the threshold of conscious awareness, though still capable of affecting thoughts or behavior.
Antonyms
How to use subliminal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
subliminal message
subliminal advertising
Etymology
From sub- ("below") plus liminal ("relating to a threshold"), from Latin līmen, "threshold."
Full origin of subliminal →Frequently asked questions
What does “subliminal” mean?
The word “subliminal” means below the threshold of conscious awareness, though still capable of affecting thoughts or behavior. In plain terms, something that reaches your mind without you consciously noticing it.
How do you pronounce “subliminal”?
“Subliminal” is pronounced suh-BLIHM-ih-nuhl (/səˈblɪm.ɪ.nəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “subliminal” in a sentence?
Here is “subliminal” used in a sentence: “The film contained a subliminal message flashed for a fraction of a second.”
What part of speech is “subliminal”?
“Subliminal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “subliminal” come from?
The word “subliminal” comes from Latin. From sub- ("below") plus liminal ("relating to a threshold"), from Latin līmen, "threshold.".
