Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

paraplegic

Adjective/Noun

/ˌpær.əˈpliː.dʒɪk/

Definition

A person who is affected by paralysis of the lower half of the body, typically due to spinal cord injury.

Examples

The paraplegic athlete competed in the Paralympics.
After the accident, he became paraplegic and required assistance with daily activities.
Many paraplegic individuals use wheelchairs for mobility.

Meaning

Paraplegic refers to someone who has lost the ability to move their legs and lower body, often as a result of an injury or disease that affects the spinal cord.