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UK//ˈæltshaɪməz//US//ˈælzhaɪmərz//

Meaning of Alzheimer's

A progressive brain disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline.

In simple words: A brain disease that affects memory and thinking.

Alzheimer's in a sentence

  • My grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's last year.
  • Alzheimer's affects millions of people worldwide, changing lives dramatically.
  • Researchers are studying new treatments for Alzheimer's to slow its progression.
  • Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be a challenging journey.
  • Symptoms of Alzheimer's include memory loss and confusion about time and place.

How to use Alzheimer's

Use 'Alzheimer's' when discussing the disease or its effects, especially in medical or caregiving contexts. It's not appropriate for casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine 'Al Martin's' - a person losing memories over time.

Related words

Collocations with Alzheimer's

  • Alzheimer's disease
  • diagnose Alzheimer's
  • treat Alzheimer's
  • manage Alzheimer's
  • symptoms of Alzheimer's

Synonyms for Alzheimer's

  • dementia
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • senile dementia

Common mistakes with Alzheimer's

  • Spelled incorrectly as 'Alzheimers' without the apostrophe.
  • Confused with normal aging when discussing symptoms.
  • Assumed to affect only older individuals, while early onset exists.

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Frequently asked questions about Alzheimer's

What does Alzheimer's mean?

A brain disease that affects memory and thinking.

What is the definition of Alzheimer's?

A progressive brain disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline.

How do you use Alzheimer's in a sentence?

My grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's last year.

Can you give another example of Alzheimer's?

Alzheimer's affects millions of people worldwide, changing lives dramatically.

What are synonyms for Alzheimer's?

Common alternatives include dementia, Alzheimer's disease, senile dementia.

What words go with Alzheimer's?

It commonly pairs with Alzheimer's disease, diagnose Alzheimer's, treat Alzheimer's, manage Alzheimer's, symptoms of Alzheimer's.

What are common mistakes when using Alzheimer's?

Spelled incorrectly as 'Alzheimers' without the apostrophe. Confused with normal aging when discussing symptoms. Assumed to affect only older individuals, while early onset exists.

How do you pronounce Alzheimer's?

US: //ˈælzhaɪmərz//, UK: //ˈæltshaɪməz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Alzheimer's?

Use 'Alzheimer's' when discussing the disease or its effects, especially in medical or caregiving contexts. It's not appropriate for casual conversation.