autistic

BrE /ˈɔːtɪstɪk/ AmE /ˈɔːrˌtɪstɪk/

adjective en → es

1 PERSON WITH AUTISM [attributive / predicative] B2

relating to a person with autism or having the characteristics of autism

con autismo, que tiene autismo

  • an autistic child/person

Collocations autistic spectrum disorder (ASD)

  • She has an autistic brother.

    Ella tiene un hermano con autismo.

2 BEHAVIOR [attributive / predicative] C1

describing behavior that is typical of a person with autism, such as finding it difficult to communicate or understand other people's feelings

comportamiento típico de una persona con autismo

  • autistic behavior

Collocations autistic traits

  • His autistic behavior can be challenging.

    Su comportamiento autista puede ser desafiante.