myopathy

/maɪˈɒpəθi/

Definitions

1. noun

A disease of the muscles, typically characterized by progressive weakness and wasting.

“The doctor diagnosed her with a rare form of myopathy that affected her ability to walk.”

2. noun

A specific type of muscle disorder.

“There are over 100 known types of myopathies, each with different symptoms and treatments.”

Synonyms

  • muscle disease
  • muscular dystrophy

Antonyms

  • muscle hypertrophy
  • myotonia