autistisch
Translation
autistic
Examples
Mein Bruder ist autistisch.
My brother is autistic.
Er zeigt autistische Züge.
He shows autistic traits.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) to be autistic The child is autistic.
autistic ((noun)) He shows autistic traits.
Similar Words
Synonyms: in sich gekehrt (introverted, withdrawn)
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'autós,' meaning 'self.' It describes a state of being absorbed in oneself. It's a direct cognate of 'autistic.'
Memory Tips
Think of the prefix 'auto-' as in 'autograph' (one's own signature) or 'automatic' (working by itself). 'Autistisch' relates to this concept of 'self'.