myopathic

/maɪˈɒpəθɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to a myopathy, a disease of the muscles, especially one caused by a viral or bacterial infection.

“The doctor specialized in myopathic conditions affecting young athletes.”

2. noun

a disease or disorder of the muscles, especially one caused by a viral or bacterial infection.

“She was diagnosed with a severe myopathic disorder requiring immediate medical attention.”

3. adjective

having or characterized by myopathy, a disease of the muscles.

“The myopathic symptoms were a result of the infection.”

Synonyms

  • muscular
  • musculopathic

Antonyms

  • normomuscular
  • normotrophic