learning disability
noun
: any of various conditions (such as dyslexia or dysgraphia) that interfere with an individual's ability to learn and so result in impaired functioning in language, reasoning, or academic skills (such as reading, writing, and mathematics) and that are thought to be caused by difficulties in processing and integrating information
called also learning difference
learning disabled
adjective
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The defense team said their client has been held back in school and has been evaluated for learning disabilities.
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Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 22 July 2025
Her middle child, soon to be in fourth grade, has learning disabilities and received extra reading help in first grade at Brookshire.
—Zoey Thomas, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 July 2025
The reality is that the workplace includes people who have a wide range of conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Springer is a private school in Hyde Park that serves students with learning disabilities from first grade through high school.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 22 July 2025
Her middle child, soon to be in fourth grade, has learning disabilities and received extra reading help in first grade at Brookshire.
—Zoey Thomas, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 July 2025
The reality is that the workplace includes people who have a wide range of conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Springer is a private school in Hyde Park that serves students with learning disabilities from first grade through high school.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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“Learning disability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/learning%20disability. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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