encephalopathy
noun/ɛnˌsɛfələˈpæθi/
Frequency rank: #17,565 most common English word
Meaning
A disease or disorder affecting the brain, often causing altered mental function.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that chronic alcohol abuse can lead to encephalopathy over time.
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