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neurospicy en · ADJ

Pronunciation

• /ˌnʊ.ɹoʊˈspaɪ.si/ (General-American)
• /ˌnjʊə.ɹəʊˈspaɪ.si/ (Received-Pronunciation)
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Etymology

Blend of neuro(divergent) + spicy. By surface analysis, neuro- + spicy.

Meanings

1. (derogatory, endearing, humorous, neologism, slang, sometimes) Neurodivergent.
   • Neurospicy folks can frequently experience sensory overload (or the feeling of being overstimulated). 2025, Grace Koelma, The ADHD Focus Friend: A Planning + Productivity Workbook, page 72:
   • For those of us with neurospicy brains, instructions can get tricky, and I have huge compassion for writers who mostly follow directions but miss a step. 2025, Laura Stanfill, Imagine a Door: A Writer's Guide to Unlocking Your Story, Choosing a Publishing Path, and Honoring the Creative Journey, unnumbered page:
   • (When you're neurospicy, it's even worse because it can become such a long list that it's honestly discouraging.) 2024, Andrea Samayoa, Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days: Easy Spells and Rituals for When You’re Stressed Out, Wiped Out, Or Just Have No More Spoons to Give, page 129:

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Relateds

neurospice · neurospiciness