Definition

Relating to a condition where a person is unable to write, often due to a brain injury or illness.

Example

The patient exhibited aagraphic symptoms after the stroke, struggling to write despite having normal speech.

Conversation

I heard that your friend is struggling with writing, is that true?

Yeah, they might be agraphic and it's really affecting their confidence.

That's tough! Have they talked to someone about it?

I think they are considering a tutor to help them out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Agraphic → It is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "graphic" (from Greek "graphikos", meaning related to writing or drawing). The word "agraphic" refers to a condition of being without the ability to write or draw.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('a-') the ability to 'write' ('graphic') — that's what agraphic means.

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