Paraplegic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɛɹəˈplid͡ʒɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Paraplegic is an adjective meaning Of, related to, or suffering from paraplegia. Paralyzed from the lower half of the body down.
Meaning
Of, related to, or suffering from paraplegia. Paralyzed from the lower half of the body down.
More Meanings
- A person who suffers from paraplegia.
Example Sentences
The guard looks at you with a troubled, uncomfortable glare, like that of a man who must explain to his paraplegic daughter that her dreams of becoming a ballerina will never come true.
Word Forms
- paraplegics
Synonyms for paraplegic
Depending on context, synonyms include unfit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unfit, paralytical, paraspastic, paralytic, spastic, paralgesic.
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