Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paresis
Noun
/ˈpær.i.sɪs/
Definition
A partial loss of movement or impaired function of a limb or muscle.
Examples
- The patient showed paresis in the right arm following the stroke.
- After the injury, she experienced paresis in her leg, making walking difficult.
Meaning
Paresis refers to a condition where there’s a weakness or partial paralysis of voluntary muscles, making it difficult for a person to move the affected body part completely.
Synonyms
- weakness
- partial paralysis
- diminished strength
