Etymology

neurodivergent

neu·ro·di·ver·gent
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Today it means: Having an atypical neurological configuration. Full definition →

First used early 21st c.
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The story

From neuro- + divergent. Coined by neurodiversity activist Kassiane Asasumasu in 2000.

First known use, by meaning

  • from early 21st c. Having an atypical neurological configuration.

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