acatamathesia
|a-ca-ta-ma-the-sia|
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/ˌækətəməˈθiːziə/
inability to understand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acatamathesia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akatamathesia,' where 'a-' meant 'not' and 'katamathesis' meant 'understanding.'
Historical Evolution
'akatamathesia' was adopted into English without significant transformation, retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'inability to understand,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
acatamathesia refers to the inability to understand or comprehend.
The patient's acatamathesia made it difficult for the doctors to communicate effectively.
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Last updated: 2025/04/11 21:36