noun
asperger
uh-SPURD-zhuh
noun
1
A now-outdated informal term for someone with what was once diagnosed as Asperger's syndrome, a developmental condition on the autism spectrum.
"The book follows a young boy with Asperger's who has a remarkable memory for facts."
How to Use Asperger
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRefers to a condition on the autism spectrum, once called Asperger's syndrome and now generally classified under autism spectrum disorder.
When to use it
Many clinicians and autistic people now prefer 'autism spectrum' terminology over 'Asperger's,' partly due to Hans Asperger's documented ties to Nazi-era programs.
Word Forms
aspergers plural, Aspergers plural, Aspergers plural
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “asperger”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The book follows a young boy with _____'s who has a remarkable memory for facts.
Etymology
Named after Austrian pediatrician Hans Asperger, who described the condition in the 1940s.