pathologic

/ˌpæθəˈlɒdʒɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to a disease or abnormal condition, especially one of a psychological or psychiatric nature

“The pathologic symptoms of the patient’s condition were difficult to diagnose.”

2. noun

a disease or abnormal condition, especially one of a psychological or psychiatric nature

“The pathologic in the patient’s brain was causing memory loss.”

3. adjective

abnormal or diseased, especially in a psychological or psychiatric sense

“The pathologic behavior of the individual was a cause for concern.”

Synonyms

  • abnormal
  • diseased
  • psychopathological

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • normal
  • physiological