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Epileptic: meaning, definitions and examples

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epileptic

 

[ ˌɛpɪˈlɛptɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

The term 'epileptic' refers to a person suffering from epilepsy, which is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and can vary greatly in intensity and duration. Epileptic seizures can affect many aspects of a person's life, including their physical health, mental health, and social interactions. Management often involves medication and lifestyle changes to reduce the frequency and impact of seizures.

Synonyms

neuro-sensitive, seizure-prone

Examples of usage

  • She is an epileptic who manages her condition with medication.
  • Epileptic seizures can sometimes be so severe that they lead to loss of consciousness.
  • Support groups are essential for epileptics to share their experiences.
  • Understanding the triggers can help epileptics avoid potential seizures.

Translations

Translations of the word "epileptic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 epiléptico

🇮🇳 मिर्गी का

🇩🇪 epileptisch

🇮🇩 epilepsi

🇺🇦 епілептичний

🇵🇱 epileptyczny

🇯🇵 てんかんの

🇫🇷 épileptique

🇪🇸 epiléptico

🇹🇷 epileptik

🇰🇷 간질의

🇸🇦 صرع

🇨🇿 epileptický

🇸🇰 epileptický

🇨🇳 癫痫的

🇸🇮 epileptičen

🇮🇸 fallveiki

🇰🇿 эпилептик

🇬🇪 ეპილეფტიური

🇦🇿 epileptik

🇲🇽 epiléptico

Etymology

The word 'epileptic' originates from the Greek word 'epilepsia', which means 'to seize' or 'to take hold of'. This term is derived from 'epilambanein', where 'epi-' means 'upon' and 'lambanein' means 'to take'. The term began to be used in the early 17th century to describe individuals with seizures, reflecting both the physical aspect of the condition as well as the social stigmas associated with it at the time. Over the centuries, the understanding of epilepsy has evolved significantly, leading to a greater awareness of the condition and more compassionate perspectives on those who live with it.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,503, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.