neurological
Britishadjective
Explanation
Anything neurological has to do with the nervous system — the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. A neurological disorder might affect a person's memory or the quality of their sleep. Neurological tests are used by doctors to see how well the patient's nervous system is working, and they involve things like balance, memory, and strength. A neurological illness can affect the brain, like Alzheimer's Disease, or coordination of the muscles, like Cerebral Palsy. Neurological and neurology, the study of the nervous system, come from Greek roots neuro, "pertaining to a nerve," and logia, "study."
Example Sentences
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The artist explained that she made a career change in 2014 after being diagnosed with spasmodic dysphonia in 2011, a rare neurological condition that has paralysed her voice box.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
As this insulation breaks down, patients can develop neurological problems such as difficulty walking or vision impairment.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 29, 2026
Advancements in blood testing, imaging, wearables, and AI are fueling growth in early cancer detection and neurological screening.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
He suffered from a rare neurological condition and, during a post-mortem examination, his brain and part of his spinal cord were removed for further research.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
This began a wave of neurological studies on music and the brain, all of which point to the same conclusion: that musical study and training are indeed beneficial to the human brain.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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