Definition of purport for English Language Learners. : the main or general meaning of something (such as a speech or a person's actions)
Overview. 1  A bulbar palsy is a lower motor neuron lesion of cranial nerves IX, X and XII. 2  A pseudobulbar palsy is an upper motor neuron lesion of cranial nerves IX, X and XII.seudobulbar palsy. The clinical features include: 1  Gag reflex â increased or normal. 2  Tongue â spastic. â 3 it cannot be protruded, lies on the floor of the mouth and is small and tightâ.
Pseudobulbar palsy is characterized by the inability to control facial muscles, including the tongue. This may manifest as: 1  dysarthria (slowed or slurred speech). 2  dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).seudobulbar palsy is characterized by the inability to control facial muscles, including the tongue. This may manifest as: 1  dysarthria (slowed or slurred speech). 2  dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).