cataleptic
/ˌkætəˈlɛptɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or affected by catalepsy, a condition of rigid body posture and unresponsiveness.
- She remained cataleptic during the medical examination, not moving or speaking.
- The doctor noted the cataleptic symptoms and ordered further tests.
- The cataleptic state can last from a few minutes to several hours.
noun
- A person who suffers from catalepsy.
- The hospital has a special unit for cataleptics who need constant monitoring.
- In the novel, the main character is a cataleptic who experiences strange visions.
- The support group helps cataleptics and their families understand the condition.