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Medical Root Words
Encephal-
Commonly seen in terms like encephalopathy or encephalitis in neurology.
Literal Meaning
Brain
Actual Meaning
This refers to the BRAIN. So "encephalitis" is brain inflammation.
Examples in Context

Encephalopathy refers to a broad range of brain diseases affecting function.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'encephal-' as relating to thinking and cognition.
  • 2Connect it with neurological conditions to remember its use.
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