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neurological

 

[ nʊəˈrɒlədʒɪkəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical field

Neurological refers to anything related to the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. It encompasses a wide range of conditions and disorders that affect these structures, such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy. Neurological studies and treatments focus on understanding how these disorders develop and how they can be managed or treated effectively. The field plays a crucial role in advancing our understanding of human health and disease.

Synonyms

brain-related, nervous system-related, neuro

Examples of usage

  • The patient's neurological exam showed signs of impairment.
  • She was referred to a neurological specialist for further evaluation.
  • Neurological diseases can significantly impact quality of life.
  • Research in the neurological field continues to evolve rapidly.

Translations

Translations of the word "neurological" in other languages:

🇵🇹 neurológico

🇮🇳 तंत्रिका विज्ञान से संबंधित

🇩🇪 neurologisch

🇮🇩 neurologis

🇺🇦 неврологічний

🇵🇱 neurologiczny

🇯🇵 神経学的な

🇫🇷 neurologique

🇪🇸 neurológico

🇹🇷 nörolojik

🇰🇷 신경학적인

🇸🇦 عصبي

🇨🇿 neurologický

🇸🇰 neurologický

🇨🇳 神经学的

🇸🇮 nevrološki

🇮🇸 taugafræðilegur

🇰🇿 неврологиялық

🇬🇪 ნევროლოგიური

🇦🇿 neyroloji

🇲🇽 neurológico

Etymology

The term 'neurological' derives from the word 'neurology,' which originates from the Greek word 'neuron,' meaning 'nerve,' combined with the suffix '-logical,' which pertains to study or science. Neurology as a formal medical field began to take shape in the 19th century when advances in anatomy and physiology brought a better understanding of the nervous system's structure and function. The study of neurological conditions has expanded significantly, leading to breakthroughs in understanding the brain and its disorders. Over time, the term 'neurological' has been used to describe not only the conditions that affect the nervous system but also the scientific discipline dedicated to studying such conditions. Today, 'neurological' encompasses a broad range of topics, from basic neuroscience research to the clinical aspects of diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,251, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.