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(am-ne-sia) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. loss of memory caused by injury or illness.

Example Sentence

He had amnesia after falling and hitting his head.

More Example Sentences

Amnesia can make life very confusing.

Synonyms

memory loss; forgetfulness; blackout

Antonyms

memory gain

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Rhymes

  • amnesia
  • elysia
  • magnesia
  • rhodesia
  • tunisia

  • anaesthesia
  • anesthesia
  • indonesia
  • micronesia
  • polynesia

  • french-polynesia
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