Definition

Related to the study of the nervous system and brain, including their functions and disorders.

Example

The doctor specializes in neurological disorders such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.

Conversation

I just read an article about neurological disorders, and it was fascinating.

Really? I’ve always found the brain so interesting.

Yeah, it’s amazing how much we still don’t know about neurological issues.

Absolutely! It makes you realize how complex our minds really are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurological → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "-logical" (from Greek "logikos", meaning pertaining to reason or study). The word "neurological" refers to the study or pertaining to the nerves and the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'neuro-' relating to 'nerves' and '-logical' meaning 'pertaining to study' — so neurological is about the study of nerves.

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