alalia
|a-la-li-a|
C2
/əˈleɪliə/
inability to speak
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alalia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'alalos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'lalos' meant 'talking.'
Historical Evolution
'alalos' transformed into the Latin word 'alalia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alalia.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without speech,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medical condition characterized by the inability to speak due to a developmental or neurological disorder.
The child was diagnosed with alalia, which affected his ability to communicate verbally.
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Last updated: 2025/06/11 19:36