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Adjective

prefrontal

adj.
C1 Advanced US /pɹiˈfɹəntəɫ/ UK /pɹɪfɹˈʌntəl/ pre·frontal

adj.relating to the part of the brain at the front of the head. This area is responsible for thinking, making plans, and controlling your behavior.

adj.relating to or situated in the front part of the brain, specifically the region behind the forehead. Often used in medical or psychological contexts to describe cognitive functions like decision-making and impulse control.


SIMPLE

The prefrontal cortex helps you make good choices.

CONTEXTUAL

Damage to the prefrontal area of the brain can lead to significant changes in a person's personality and ability to plan.

COMPLEX

Neuroscientists have long studied how the prefrontal lobes develop during adolescence, as these structures are essential for the maturation of executive functions and social judgment.

Usage prefrontal cortex

Chronic stress also reshapes the prefrontal cortex, impairing our ability to manage stress overall .

The Conversation· 31 Jul 2026

The two brain regions we closely watched were the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and the medial prefrontal cortex.

The Conversation· 3 Aug 2026
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