pocítilo
Pocítilo is a coined term used in some speculative fiction and theoretical discussions to describe a subtle, embodied perceptual impression that arises from a brief or minor stimulus and lingers after exposure. It is conceived as a felt, bodily sense rather than a clearly recalled memory or explicit emotion, helping to explain how small cues shape mood and interpretation in everyday life.
Etymology and status: The word pocítilo lacks an official origin in any language or discipline and is
Applications: In literary analysis, pocítilo is used to describe how a slight sensory cue—a breeze, a texture,
Limitations: Because pocítilo is not an established concept, its definition and boundaries are fluid, and critics
See also: affect theory, embodied cognition, sensory memory, phenomenology.