Interference

/ˌɪn.tɚˈfɪɹ.əns/ noun

Definition

The phenomenon where competing memories or information disrupt the ability to recall a target memory.

Etymology

From Latin 'inter' (between) + 'ferire' (to strike). The sense of obstruction developed in English.

Kelly Says

Interference is when memories bump into each other — old ones can block new ones, and new ones can erase old ones!

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