epilepsy

EP-ih-lep-see

ˈɛpɪlɛpsi

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epilepsy

Dictionary meaning

A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

History and origin

Greek — epilepsia, from epilambanein (to seize upon).

Common mispronunciations

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