Anomia (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Inability to name objects or to recognize written or spoken names of objects.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

• The patient's anomia made everyday conversations challenging as she struggled to recall the names of common objects.
• Following the stroke, he experienced anomia and found it difficult to identify and name the different parts of his body.
• The neuropsychologist specialized in treating individuals with anomia, helping them regain their ability to name and recognize objects.
• Her anomia worsened over time, making it increasingly difficult for her to participate in conversations and interact with her surroundings.
• The researchers studied the effects of anomia on cognitive function and developed new strategies to help individuals with the condition.

Synonyms

• Anomic Aphasia
• Amnesic Aphasia
• Nominal Aphasia
• Amnestic Aphasia

Hypernyms

• Aphasia

Meaning ²

Type genus of the family Anomiidae: saddle oysters.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

• Genus Anomia