Definition of Catalepsy

1. Noun. A trancelike state with loss of voluntary motion and failure to react to stimuli.

Generic synonyms: Hypersomnia
Derivative terms: Cataleptic

Definition of Catalepsy

1. n. A sudden suspension of sensation and volition, the body and limbs preserving the position that may be given them, while the action of the heart and lungs continues.

Definition of Catalepsy

1. Noun. (pathology) severe bodily condition, described in psychiatric pathology, marked by sudden rigidity, fixation of posture, and loss of contact with environmental conditions ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Catalepsy

1. [n -SIES]

Medical Definition of Catalepsy

1. Sustained immobility of postures or physical attitude. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Catalepsy

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catalatic
catalatic reaction
catalectic
catalectics
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catalepsies
catalepsis
catalepsy (current term)
cataleptic
cataleptically
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cataleptoid
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