Demential

/dɪˈmɛnʃəl/ adjective

Definition

relating to or characteristic of dementia; showing the qualities or symptoms of mental deterioration.

Etymology

From Latin 'dementia' + '-al' (adjective suffix). This medical adjective form appeared in clinical writing to describe conditions related to dementia.

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Medical language needs 'demential' to describe whether symptoms are 'demential' (related to dementia) versus other mental conditions — precision matters in diagnosis.

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