Etymology:
Meaning:
A state of diminished consciousness or awareness, characterized by:
Origin:
The word "stupor" has been in use since the 16th century, derived from the Latin "stupor," which had a similar meaning. It was originally used to describe a state of shock, amazement, or bewilderment. Over time, it came to be associated with its current medical sense of a state of reduced consciousness.
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