1. plural of myasthenic; people who have myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder characterized by muscle weakness and fatigue
Usage: medical/clinical term; typically used in healthcare and scientific contexts

Examples

• The study enrolled 50 myasthenics to test the effectiveness of the new treatment.
• Myasthenics often experience fluctuating muscle strength throughout the day.
• Many myasthenics benefit from immunosuppressive therapy.
• The clinic specializes in caring for myasthenics and other neuromuscular patients.
• Researchers are developing better diagnostic tools for myasthenics.