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special-needs

UK
/ˌspɛʃ.əl ˈniːdz/
US
/ˌspɛʃ.əl ˈnidz/

Translations

special-needsadjective
UK
/ˌspɛʃ.əl ˈniːdz/
US
/ˌspɛʃ.əl ˈnidz/
Attributive compound adjective, typically used before a noun and usually hyphenated.
à besoins particuliersS’emploie surtout dans le domaine de l’éducation et du handicap; se dit d’une personne ou d’un groupe nécessitant un soutien adapté.
The school opened a special-needs classroom for children who require extra support.
L’école a ouvert une classe à besoins particuliers pour les enfants qui ont besoin d’un soutien supplémentaire.
Synonyms
exceptional
disabled
neurodivergent
developmentally disabled
developmentally delayed
learning-disabled
special-education
special educational needs (SEN)
differently-abled
Antonyms
general
ordinary
regular
mainstream
neurotypical
able-bodied
non-disabled
typical

Definitions

special-needsadjective
intended for, designed for, or relating to people who have physical, mental, or learning disabilities and need special support
The school opened a special-needs classroom for children who require extra support.
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