Synonyms for

Paraplegic

Verb / ˌperʌˈplegɪk / / ˌperʌˈpli:dʒɪk / Another word for paraplegic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Paraplegic refers to a medical condition where a person is paralyzed from the waist down due to an injury or disease affecting the spinal cord.

Synonyms & similar words

disabled handicapped impaired injured crippled wheelchair-bound paralyzed paraparesis tetraplegia quadriplegia hemiplegia monoplegia paraplegia paraplegicism

Example sentences

  1. The paraplegic student needed a ramp to access the classroom.
  2. The paraplegic man was able to drive a car with hand controls.
  3. She became a paraplegic after a skiing accident.
  4. The paraplegic veteran was honored for his service on Veterans Day.
  5. The wheelchair basketball team included several paraplegic players.

Quotes

  • The only disability in life is a bad attitude. - Scott Hamilton
  • Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. - John Wooden
  • Disability is a matter of perception. If you can do just one thing well, you're needed by someone. - Martina Navratilova

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