Definition

Describing symptoms that develop gradually or appear a long time after the initial onset of a condition.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia, a disorder characterized by delayed symptoms.

Conversation

I heard that some medications can cause tardive symptoms over time.

Yeah, that's really concerning, especially if you’re not aware of it.

I wonder how many people actually experience those tardive effects without knowing.

It’s probably more common than we think — awareness is key.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tardive → It originates from Latin 'tardivus' (meaning slow), which is derived from 'tardus' (meaning slow or late). The word 'tardive' refers to something that is slow in onset or development.

Memory Tip

Think of 'slow' in Latin ('tardus') to remember that 'tardive' describes something that develops slowly.

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