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DYSLEXIA

a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing

The meaning of the word dyslexia is a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing.

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WordMeaning
concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
regimeregimen
compulsivehaving power to compel
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
meniala person doing menial work