paraparesis

[ par-uh-puh-ree-sis, -par-uh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. partial paralysis, especially of the lower limbs.

paraparesis

/ ˌpærəpəˈriːsɪs; ˌpærəpəˈrɛtik /

noun

1. muscle weakness, esp of the legs, allowing limited movement; partial paralysis

Derived Forms

• paraparetic, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of paraparesis¹

From New Latin; para- ¹, paresis

Example Sentences

Another 4% develop tropical spastic paraparesis, a disease similar to multiple sclerosis.

From Science Magazine

She's a wheelchair user who also uses crutches due to paraparesis which makes her leg muscles weak.

From BBC