Agnosia
noun
Agnosia is a neurological condition where a person is unable to recognize or interpret sensory information, despite having normal sensory abilities.
The patient was diagnosed with visual agnosia, which made it difficult for him to recognize familiar faces.
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Formal
visual agnosia,auditory agnosia,tactile agnosia
noun
Agnosia is a neurological condition where a person is unable to recognize or interpret sensory information, despite having normal sensory abilities.
The patient was diagnosed with visual agnosia, which made it difficult for him to recognize familiar faces.
Usage tips
Formal
visual agnosia,auditory agnosia,tactile agnosia
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cognitive understanding
This term relates to how the brain processes information
Agnosia can affect daily life significantly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neurological conditions
Understanding agnosia can help in mental health discussions
It highlights complexities of perception.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical use
The word can describe a lack of awareness in broader contexts
Agnosia extends beyond medicine.
Pro Tip 1/3Cognitive understanding
This term relates to how the brain processes information
Agnosia can affect daily life significantly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neurological conditions
Understanding agnosia can help in mental health discussions
It highlights complexities of perception.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical use
The word can describe a lack of awareness in broader contexts
Agnosia extends beyond medicine.
Pro Tip 1/3Cognitive understanding
This term relates to how the brain processes information
Agnosia can affect daily life significantly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neurological conditions
Understanding agnosia can help in mental health discussions
It highlights complexities of perception.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical use
The word can describe a lack of awareness in broader contexts
Agnosia extends beyond medicine.
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