1. Plural of echolalia; instances of the automatic repetition of words or phrases spoken by another person, often without understanding their meaning.
Usage: Medical/psychological term; Often associated with autism spectrum disorder, Tourette syndrome, and certain neurological conditions

Examples

• The child's echolalias made it difficult for teachers to assess his comprehension of new concepts.
• Speech therapists work to reduce echolalias and encourage more spontaneous, meaningful communication.
• Some individuals with autism may exhibit echolalias as part of their communication patterns.
• The neurologist documented several instances of echolalias during the patient's evaluation.
• Echolalias can sometimes serve a self-soothing function for individuals with certain developmental disorders.