单词 | neurological |
释义 | neurological (once / 13162 pages) adj Anything neurological has to do with the nervous system — the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. A neurological disorder might affect a person's memory or the quality of their sleep. Neurological tests are used by doctors to see how well the patient's nervous system is working, and they involve things like balance, memory, and strength. A neurological illness can affect the brain, like Alzheimer's Disease, or coordination of the muscles, like Cerebral Palsy. Neurological and neurology, the study of the nervous system, come from Greek roots neuro, "pertaining to a nerve," and logia, "study." WORD FAMILYneurology: neurologic, neurological, neurologist+/neurologic: neurologically/neurologist: neurologists USAGE EXAMPLESAt the core of every habit is a neurological loop with three parts: A cue, a routine and a reward. New York Times(Oct 18, 2016) Even relatively benign neurological quirks – say, learning disabilities such as dyslexia – attract cynicism and suspicion. The Guardian(Dec 30, 2016) Currently, the clinical criteria for a diagnosis of concussion are largely subjective, involving myriad neurological and cognitive tests. Washington Post(Dec 22, 2016) adj of or relating to or used in or practicing neurology neurological evidence Syn neurologic |
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