Pure word deafness describes a condition characterized by the inability to understand spoken language, but still comprehending nonverbal sound. Sufferers are also able to read, write and speak normally.
Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "PURE WORD DEAFNESS," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 28, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/pure-word-deafness/ (accessed July 4, 2022).
