conjunctivitis
1 synonym for conjunctivitis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane covering the front of the eye and the inside of the eyelids, often caused by infection.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pinkeye
How to use conjunctivitis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
develop conjunctivitis
viral conjunctivitis
a case of conjunctivitis
treat conjunctivitis
It is the formal medical term, while pinkeye is the everyday equivalent.
Etymology
The word is formed from conjunctiva, the name of the eye membrane, with the medical suffix -itis added to show inflammation.
Full origin of conjunctivitis →Frequently asked questions
What causes conjunctivitis?
It is an inflammation of the conjunctiva that is often caused by infection.
Is conjunctivitis the same as pinkeye?
Yes, pinkeye is a common synonym for conjunctivitis.
Is conjunctivitis contagious?
Cases caused by infection can spread from person to person, which is why affected eyes should be treated and kept clean.
