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dyslexia

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Noun — A learning difficulty that makes reading, spelling, and writing more difficult, despite normal intelligence.

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Etymology

Coined in 1887 by German ophthalmologist Rudolf Berlin, from Greek dys- ("bad, difficult") and léxis ("word, diction").

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What does “dyslexia” mean?

The word “dyslexia” means a learning difficulty that makes reading, spelling, and writing more difficult, despite normal intelligence. In plain terms, a condition that makes reading and writing harder to learn, unrelated to a person's intelligence.

How do you pronounce “dyslexia”?

“Dyslexia” is pronounced dihs-LEHK-see-uh (/(ˌ)dɪsˈlɛk.si.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “dyslexia” in a sentence?

Here is “dyslexia” used in a sentence: “He was diagnosed with dyslexia in primary school and later thrived with extra support.”

What is the opposite of “dyslexia”?

The opposite of “dyslexia” — its antonyms — is hyperlexia.

What part of speech is “dyslexia”?

“Dyslexia” is a noun.

Where does the word “dyslexia” come from?

The word “dyslexia” dates back to around 1887 and comes from German. Coined in 1887 by German ophthalmologist Rudolf Berlin, from Greek dys- ("bad, difficult") and léxis ("word, diction").

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