paraphrasia

[par-uh-frey-zhuh]

paraphrasia Definition

  • 1a language disorder characterized by the inability to express oneself using language correctly
  • 2a tendency to use words incorrectly or to substitute one word for another

Using paraphrasia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paraphrasia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The patient's paraphrasia made it difficult for her to communicate effectively.

  • Example

    He often uses paraphrasia, substituting one word for another in his speech.

paraphrasia Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for paraphrasia

  • language disorder
  • speech disorder
  • verbal paraphasia
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Summary: paraphrasia in Brief

Paraphrasia [par-uh-frey-zhuh] is a language disorder characterized by the inability to express oneself using language correctly. It is also a tendency to use words incorrectly or to substitute one word for another. Examples of paraphrasia include substituting one word for another or using words incorrectly in speech.