autistic

adjective

Meaning

Relating to or affected by autism, a neurodevelopmental difference characterized by unique patterns of sensory processing, communication, and social interaction.

Examples

She is proud of her autistic identity and advocates for better accessibility in schools.
The software company specifically recruits autistic individuals for their exceptional attention to detail.

Synonyms: neurodivergent, on the spectrum

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autistic

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɔːˈtɪstɪk/

Definition

Relating to or affected by autism, a neurodevelopmental difference characterized by unique patterns of sensory processing, communication, and social interaction.

Examples

She is proud of her autistic identity and advocates for better accessibility in schools.
The software company specifically recruits autistic individuals for their exceptional attention to detail.

How to Use autistic

be autistic (collocation): to have an autistic neurotype — "Many adults discover they are autistic later in life."
autistic person (collocation): identity-first language preferred by many in the community — "She is a talented autistic person who excels at pattern recognition."

Synonyms of autistic

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