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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

catalepsy

/kætəlɛpsi/ noun · British & US
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What does catalepsy mean?

noun

A state of being rigid and immobile, often due to a neurological disorder or a trance-like condition. A cataleptic person may remain in a fixed position for an extended period.

Example

"The patient was in a state of catalepsy, unable to move or respond to stimuli."

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