encephalitis
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for encephalitis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Inflammation of the brain, often caused by infection, that can cause fever, confusion, and seizures.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use encephalitis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From encephal- ("brain") plus -itis ("inflammation").
Full origin of encephalitis →Frequently asked questions
What does “encephalitis” mean?
The word “encephalitis” means inflammation of the brain, often caused by infection, that can cause fever, confusion, and seizures. In plain terms, a serious medical condition where the brain becomes inflamed.
How do you pronounce “encephalitis”?
“Encephalitis” is pronounced ehn-seh-fuh-LEYE-tihs (/ɛnˌsɛfəˈlaɪtɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “encephalitis” in a sentence?
Here is “encephalitis” used in a sentence: “The virus can lead to encephalitis in rare, severe cases.”
What part of speech is “encephalitis”?
“Encephalitis” is a noun.