# neurological

/ˌnʊɹəˈɫɑdʒɪkəɫ/ (US) · /njˌuːɹəlˈɒdʒɪkəl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/neurological
Updated: 2026-05-05

## Definition

relating to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. You use this word when talking about health issues or conditions that affect how your body moves or thinks.

For teachers: relating to the structure, function, or disorders of the nervous system. Typically used attributively before nouns such as 'disorder', 'condition', or 'damage'.

## Examples

- The doctor checked for neurological problems.
- The specialist ran tests to rule out any neurological causes for his sudden memory loss.
- Advances in neuroimaging have allowed researchers to map the complex neurological pathways involved in human decision-making with unprecedented precision.

## Usage notes

- Often modified by 'significant' or 'severe' when describing damage or impairment.

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