🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

autismo

Pronunciation / Transliteration: autismo

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Autism/ˈɔː.tɪ.zəm/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"L'autismo si manifesta in modi diversi per ogni individuo."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive patterns of thought and behavior.

    "Early diagnosis and tailored support can greatly improve the quality of life for individuals with autism."
  2. 2

    A neurological condition that affects how a person perceives the world and interacts with others, often conceptualized as a diverse spectrum.

    "The conference focused on celebrating neurodiversity and understanding the autism spectrum."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'autism' originates from the Greek word 'autos', meaning 'self', and was first used in the early 20th century to describe a condition characterized by withdrawal from social interaction. Over time, the understanding of the condition has evolved, leading to the broader term 'autistic spectrum disorder' to encompass a range of neurodevelopmental conditions.

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