Definition of "autistic"

autistic

/ɔːˈtɪs.tɪk/

adjective
comparative more autistic, superlative most autistic
1. Having autism, or pertaining to autism.
2. (now derogatory, offensive, slang, and medically obsolete) Socially inept, self-absorbed, or stupid.
3. (Internet slang, 4chan, offensive or self-deprecatory) Characterized by abnormal and unhealthy focus or persistence, and unhealthy hatred of opposition or criticism.
4. (slang, derogatory, offensive) Lame, uncool, stupid, retard
noun
plural autistics
1. A person who has autism.
  Quotations
  If our definition of empathy were to require we take the human cognitive norm (overwhelmingly influenced by neurotypical cognition) as the absolute standard by which to measure empathy, then indeed we would have to conclude autistics do not instinctively possess a good sense of empathy.
  2006, Alan Griswold, Autistic Symphony
  After reading this book, medical professionals should be able to develop an understanding of some of the challenges that autistics are experiencing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  2022, Matthew Bennett, Emma Goodall, Autism and COVID-19