anorthography

noun

Meaning

Inability to write correctly, often characterized by severe spelling errors or distorted letter formation.

Examples

  • The neurologist noted that the patient's sudden anorthography was a symptom of his recent head injury.
  • Despite his high intelligence, he struggled with anorthography, making his handwritten notes nearly impossible to decipher.

Synonyms: dysgraphia, illiteracy, misspelling, cacography