amblygeusia
|am-bly-geu-sia|
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/ˌæmblɪˈɡjuːziə/
dull taste
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amblygeusia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amblys' meaning 'dull' and 'geusis' meaning 'taste'.
Historical Evolution
'amblys' and 'geusis' combined in Greek to form 'amblygeusia', which was adopted into English medical terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dull taste', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a reduced ability to taste things (to taste sweet, sour, bitter, or salty substances).
The patient was diagnosed with amblygeusia after reporting a diminished sense of taste.
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Last updated: 2025/07/10 17:06