Encephalopathy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɛnˌsɛfəˈlɒpəθi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Encephalopathy is a noun meaning (pathology, neurology) Any of various conditions affecting the brain.
Meaning
(pathology, neurology) Any of various conditions affecting the brain.
Example Sentences
Repeated trauma or shaking to the brain can be even worse, leading to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.
Word Forms
- encephalopathies
Synonyms for encephalopathy
Depending on context, synonyms include encephalosis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include encephalitis, disease, transmissible, spongiform, bovine, chronic.
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