1. relating to or affected by apraxia, a neurological disorder characterized by loss of ability to execute learned purposeful movements despite intact motor function and comprehension
Usage: medical; technical

1. a person who has apraxia
Usage: medical; technical

Examples

• The patient showed apraxic symptoms after the stroke, struggling to perform familiar gestures.
• An apraxic individual may understand instructions but be unable to carry out the motor movements required.
• The neurologist diagnosed the condition as apraxic speech disorder.
• Apraxic patients often benefit from specialized speech and occupational therapy.
• The apraxic had difficulty buttoning his shirt despite having full strength in his hands.