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alexia

nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/ɐlɨˈksiɐ/a·le·xi·a

Definition

1

A neurological disorder characterized by the loss of the ability to understand written language, despite preserved vision and writing ability.

Usage examples

The stroke caused him severe alexia.
Pure alexia is a rare condition that affects only reading.

Common combinations

acquired alexiapure alexiaalexia symptoms