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Catatoniac

Definition:

adjective

1. relating to or characteristic of catatonia, a behavioral syndrome characterized by rigidity, immobility, and a lack of response to external stimuli.

2. suffering from or affected by catatonia.

Sample sentences:

adjective:

1. The catatoniac patient showed no signs of responsiveness to attempts to communicate.
2. Her catatoniac condition made it difficult for her to function in daily life.

noun

1. a person who is experiencing or has experienced catatonia.

Sample sentences:

noun:

1. The catatoniacs at the mental health facility receive specialized care to address their condition.
2. As a catatoniac, he struggles with episodes of immobility and disconnection from reality.

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