dysarthria

noun

dys·​ar·​thria di-ˈsär-thrē-ə How to pronounce dysarthria (audio)
: difficulty in articulating words due to disease of the central nervous system

Examples of dysarthria in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Besides working to restore vocal function, people with dysarthria can also employ various tactics to improve their communication. Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 25 June 2024 There are six basic subdivisions of dysarthria, distinguished by their typical sound but also by the part of the brain involved. Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 25 June 2024 Classical symptoms include symmetrical quadriplegia, dysarthria, dysphagia, confusion, and pseudobulbar palsy. Maryn McKenna, WIRED, 27 Jan. 2011

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Dysarthrie, from dys- dys- + Greek árthron "joint, articulation" + German -ie -ia entry 1 — more at arthro-

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dysarthria was in 1878

Dictionary Entries Near dysarthria

dys-

dysarthria

dyschromatopsia

Cite this Entry

“Dysarthria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dysarthria. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

dysarthria

noun
dys·​ar·​thria dis-ˈär-thrē-ə How to pronounce dysarthria (audio)
: difficulty in articulating words due to disease of the central nervous system compare dysphasia
dysarthric adjective

More from Merriam-Webster on dysarthria

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!