memory loss (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈmɛməri ˈlɔs/
Definition
The partial or total inability to recall past experiences or learn new information, often caused by brain injury, disease, or aging.
Examples
The patient suffered from memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease.
Memory loss can be a side effect of certain medications.
The doctor recommended exercises to improve memory and reduce memory loss.
How to Use memory loss
- experience memory loss (verb phrase)
- to suffer from memory loss — "She experienced memory loss after the accident."
- suffer from memory loss (verb phrase)
- to have memory loss as a health issue — "He suffers from memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease."
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