adjective
- relating to or characterized by apraxia; unable to perform purposeful movements despite having the physical ability and understanding to do so
Usage: medical/neurological term; often used in clinical or therapeutic contexts
Examples
- The patient showed apractic symptoms after the stroke, struggling to perform familiar gestures.
- Apractic disorders can affect speech, movement, or both depending on the brain region involved.
- The neurologist identified apractic deficits in the patient's ability to use tools.
- Speech therapy was recommended for the child's apractic speech condition.
- Apractic symptoms may improve with targeted rehabilitation and practice.