Aphasic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Related to or affected by aphasia; "aphasic speech".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Related Words
Meaning 2
Unable to speak because of a brain lesion.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The patient, aphasic and wheelchair-bound, was unable to express her needs to the nurse.
- After the accident, John was left aphasic, struggling to find the right words to speak.
- The aphasic individual had difficulty communicating with their family members, who had to guess what they wanted.
- The doctor warned the patient's family that she may be aphasic for some time due to the extent of the brain damage.
- Since the stroke, Mrs. Johnson had been aphasic, unable to articulate her thoughts or express her feelings.