dyslexic

[ dis-lek-sik ]

adjective

1. of or relating to the reading disorder dyslexia.

noun

1. a person with dyslexia.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dyslexic¹

First recorded in 1960–65; dyslex(ia) + -ic

Example Sentences

“As a dyslexic child who dreamed of becoming famous, Cher was raised in often-chaotic circumstances, surrounded by singers, actors, and a mother who inspired her in spite of their difficult relationship,” Dey Street Books said.

From Los Angeles Times

She says her son, who is dyslexic, made a "keying error" when he set up his Dart Charge account last year, entering the wrong licence plate number.

From BBC

Robert, who describes himself with a smile as "massively dyslexic", explains he has only played the original Scrabble once before.

From BBC

She was in her 30s when she discovered she was dyslexic.

From BBC

Some proponents say students who are dyslexic can derive particular benefit from writing in cursive.

From Los Angeles Times