Definitions

cerebral palsy

NOUN

brain disorder

Synonyms

WEAK

Bell's palsy athetosis palsy spastic paralysis

Example Sentences

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Logan Lye has cerebral palsy and learning disabilities.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

My brother, who has cerebral palsy and is developmentally disabled, is two years older than I am.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

Carers, parents and other young people with conditions like cerebral palsy and Down's syndrome are also welcome.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

Finn has cerebral palsy and goes to the Buddy Bear School.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

The medical personnel were trained to handle drug overdoses and minor injuries, and knew very little about cerebral palsy.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar