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General Medical Terms

agnosia

Meaning of agnosia: inability to recognize objects by use of the senses Difficulty recognizing familiar shapes, sounds, objects, people, and smells.

Definition of agnosia

inability to recognize objects by use of the senses Difficulty recognizing familiar shapes, sounds, objects, people, and smells. An impairment of sensory perception.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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