How to Pronounce "catalepsy"
word
ˈkætəˌlɛpsi
KAT-uh-lep-see
ˈkætəlɛpsi
KAT-uh-lep-see
Definition
Catalepsy is a medical condition where a person suddenly loses movement and stays in a stiff, rigid position for a period of time, often unable to respond to what is happening around them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkætəˌlɛpsi
British English
ˈkætəlɛpsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAT-uh-lep-see
UK
KAT-uh-lep-see
Listen in Context
The patient experienced catalepsy during the examination.
People with certain brain disorders may develop catalepsy.
Catalepsy can cause someone to freeze in place without warning.
After the seizure, he went into a state of catalepsy for several minutes.