microcephalic
/ˌmaɪkroʊsəˈfælɪk/
adjective
- Having a head that is much smaller than normal, often because of a medical condition that affects brain development.
- Some infections during pregnancy can cause a child to be born microcephalic.
- The support group helps families with microcephalic children find resources and information.
- The doctor explained that the baby was microcephalic and would need special care.
Antonyms
noun
- A person who has a very small head due to a medical condition.
- The clinic provides therapy for microcephalics to help with their development.
- Researchers studied a group of microcephalics to understand the condition better.
- The article discussed the challenges faced by microcephalics and their families.