paraplegy

pærəˈpleɡi

Definitions

1. noun

a severe form of paralysis caused by spinal cord injury, resulting in partial or complete loss of motor function in the legs and lower body

“The patient was diagnosed with paraplegy after the car accident and now uses a wheelchair for mobility.”

Synonyms

  • paraplegia
  • quadriplegia

Antonyms

  • hemiplegy
  • paralysis