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dementia
Definitions
loss of memory, unaware what is happeningUsage: this person is suffering from dementia
(Noun) loss of short-term memory
Usage: Mary cannot remember our conversations. Does she have dementia?
(Noun) a loss of cognitive ability; marked by confusion, memory loss, and unusual behavior
(Verb) chronic, persistent brain disorder marked by memory loss
(Noun) loss of memory
(Noun) A state in which one's memory, language, problem-solving, and thinking are adversely affected.
Usage: My granddad suffers from dementia and is cared for by a specialist home.
(Noun) memory loss
Usage: the old man has dementia
old age forgetfulness
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