alogia
|a-lo-gia|
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/əˈloʊdʒiə/
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/əˈləʊdʒiə/
lack of speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alogia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'alogos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'logos' meant 'speech or reason.'
Historical Evolution
'alogos' transformed into the modern English word 'alogia' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without speech or reason,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of speech.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
alogia is a condition characterized by a lack of speech or a reduction in the fluency and productivity of speech, often associated with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia.
The patient exhibited signs of alogia, speaking very little during the interview.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 05:21