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communication disorder

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noun

  1. any of a number of disorders, as autism or deafness, that partially or totally prevent verbal or written expression or comprehension.


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Zak, 17, has Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with social anxiety, global developmental delay, and social and communication disorder.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2025

The announcement came about one year after he retired from acting, citing a communication disorder known as aphasia, which had since progressed.

From Washington Post Mar. 6, 2023

According to the NAA, the condition is an acquired communication disorder that impairs a person’s ability to process language but does not affect intelligence.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 30, 2022

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association does not consider accents a type of communication disorder.

From Seattle Times Mar. 24, 2021

The Annie Glenn Award was created to honor individuals who overcome a communication disorder.

From Washington Times May 19, 2020

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