What does "neurodegenerative" mean?

Of, pertaining to, or resulting in the progressive loss of nerve cells and of neurologic function.

What is a synonym for "neurodegenerative"?

Common synonyms include: neurological disorder.

Neurodegenerative

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Adjective

1
Of, pertaining to, or resulting in the progressive loss of nerve cells and of neurologic function.
"neurodegenerative disease"

Synonyms

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neurological disorder

Antonyms

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neurogenerative neurogenic

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"Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) was designed especially for people with Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder that leads to tremors and balance problems."

Etymology

From neuro- + degenerative.

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