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subliminal

The definition of subliminal is something that is not easily perceived; but may be remembered due to constant repetition.

(adjective)

An example of subliminal used as an adjective is the phrase "subliminal message," which means a message that may be remembered even if the person was not consciously aware of the message.

See subliminal in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

below the threshold of consciousness or apprehension; specif., involving or using stimuli intended to take effect subconsciously by repetition

Origin: see sub- & limen & -al

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subliminally adverb

See subliminal in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Psychology

Below the threshold of conscious perception. Used of stimuli.
Inadequate to produce conscious awareness but able to evoke a response: subliminal propaganda.

Origin:

Origin: sub-

Origin: + Latin līmen, līmin-, threshold

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