Definition

Relating to or affected by amnesia, which is a condition that causes memory loss.

Example

The amnesic patient struggled to remember his own name.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you heard about that new movie with the amnesic character?

Yeah, it sounds really intriguing!

I wonder how they portray someone who's amnesic.

It could be fascinating to see how they explore those memory gaps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

An amnesic is a person who has memory loss, often due to injury or illness, and struggles to remember past events or information.

Example

The amnesic struggled to remember his own name after the accident.

Conversation

Did you hear about that amnesic man who forgot everything?

Yeah, I read a news article about him last week.

It’s so strange to think about living without any memories.

Root Explanation

Amnesic is formed from "amnesia" (from Greek "amnesia", meaning forgetfulness) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word describes a condition pertaining to forgetfulness or loss of memory.

Memory Tip

Think of 'amnesia' which means forgetfulness, and remember that 'amnesic' refers to something related to that condition.

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