Definition

The scientific study of diseases that affect the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.

Example

The research team focused on neuropathology to understand the effects of Alzheimer's disease.

Conversation

Did you hear about the latest research in neuropathology?

No, I haven't! What is it about?

It's really fascinating; they found new ways to understand brain diseases.

Wow, that sounds important! I should read more about neuropathology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neuropathology → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "pathology" (from Greek "pathos", meaning suffering or disease, and "logia", meaning study). The word refers to the study of diseases related to the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'neuro-' as relating to nerves and 'pathology' as the study of diseases — neuropathology is the study of diseases affecting the nervous system.

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