Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quadriplegic
noun
/ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/
Definition
A person who is paralyzed in all four limbs.
Examples
- After the accident, he became quadriplegic and required assistance for daily activities.
- Many quadriplegic individuals use assistive technology to communicate and interact with the world.
Meaning
Quadriplegic refers to someone who has lost motor function and sensation in both the arms and legs due to spinal cord injury or illness.
Synonyms
- tetraplegic
- paralyzed
