itis
What is another word for itis? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Informal term for any condition marked by inflammation, taken loosely from medical terms like "arthritis" or "tonsillitis."
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Etymology
A back-formation from the medical suffix -itis, which denotes inflammation (as in "bronchitis" or "appendicitis").
Full origin of itis →Frequently asked questions
What does “itis” mean?
The word “itis” means informal term for any condition marked by inflammation, taken loosely from medical terms like "arthritis" or "tonsillitis.". In plain terms, informally, either a vague "inflamed something" or, in slang, the food-coma drowsiness after a big meal.
How do you pronounce “itis”?
“Itis” is pronounced EYE-tihs (/ˈaɪtɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “itis” in a sentence?
Here is “itis” used in a sentence: “The doctor joked that his sore knee was just a case of "itis.".”
What part of speech is “itis”?
“Itis” is a noun.
How many meanings does “itis” have?
“Itis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal term for any condition marked by inflammation, taken loosely from medical terms like "arthritis" or "tonsillitis.".
