AGNOSIA - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

inability to recognize objects by use of the senses

Categories: Brain disorder, Encephalopathy, Brain disease

Synonyms

Agnosia

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "agnosia" comes from Ancient Greek ἀγνωσία.

🧩 Fun Fact

Ancient Greek had multiple words for concepts English expresses with just one, showing different cultural priorities.