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amnesia

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɐ̃ˈmne.zi.ɐ/am·ne·si·a

Definition

1

Partial or total loss of memory, which can be temporary or permanent.

Usage examples

“He suffered from amnesia after the accident.”
“Amnesia can affect daily life.”

Common combinations

retrograde amnesiaanterograde amnesia