What is another word for alalia?
Pronunciation: [ɐlˈe͡ɪli͡ə] (IPA) 
Alalia is a medical term used to describe the condition of speech impairment or complete lack of ability to speak. There are many synonyms for this word which include mutism, speechlessness, aphasia, dysphasia, anarthria, and verbal apraxia. Mutism is a rare condition that results in the inability to speak, while speechlessness denotes the temporary inability to speak. Aphasia is a condition caused by brain damage that affects a person's ability to communicate. Dysphasia is similar to aphasia but not as severe. Anarthria results from damage to the motor speech pathways, which causes difficulty in the articulation of speech. Finally, verbal apraxia is a condition characterized by difficulty in coordinating the muscles involved in speech.
