What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
paresis
Example
The patient was diagnosed with paresis in his left arm after the accident. [paresis: noun]
Example
She suffered from paresis in her legs due to a spinal cord injury. [paresis: noun]
monoparesis
Example
He experienced monoparesis in his right leg after the accident. [monoparesis: noun]
Example
The patient had monoparesis in his left arm due to nerve damage. [monoparesis: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Paresis is a more commonly used term than monoparesis in medical contexts and everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between paresis and monoparesis?
Both paresis and monoparesis are formal medical terms and are typically used in professional or clinical settings.
