epileptic
What is another word for epileptic? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Relating to epilepsy or to people who have it.
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How to use epileptic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
epileptic seizure
epileptic fit
epileptic episode
Etymology
From Ancient Greek epilēptikós, from epilambánein, "to seize upon" — the same idea behind the word "epilepsy" itself.
Full origin of epileptic →Frequently asked questions
What does “epileptic” mean?
The word “epileptic” means relating to epilepsy or to people who have it. In plain terms, describes epilepsy, or someone who has it — most often used today for the medical condition ("an epileptic seizure") rather than as a label for a person.
How do you pronounce “epileptic”?
“Epileptic” is pronounced eh-pih-LEHP-tihk (/ˌɛpɪˈlɛptɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “epileptic” in a sentence?
Here is “epileptic” used in a sentence: “She was rushed to hospital after an epileptic seizure.”
What part of speech is “epileptic”?
Depending on how it is used, “epileptic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “epileptic” come from?
The word “epileptic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek epilēptikós, from epilambánein, "to seize upon" — the same idea behind the word "epilepsy" itself.
How many meanings does “epileptic” have?
“Epileptic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to epilepsy or to people who have it.
