jaundice
6 synonyms for jaundice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A medical condition causing yellowing of the skin and eyes, usually due to liver problems.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use jaundice
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
jaundiced view
signs of jaundice
neonatal jaundice
Etymology
From Old French jaunisse, from jaune, "yellow" — the medical condition was named directly after its most visible symptom.
Full origin of jaundice →Frequently asked questions
What does “jaundice” mean?
The word “jaundice” means a medical condition causing yellowing of the skin and eyes, usually due to liver problems. In plain terms, literally, a yellowish skin condition from liver trouble; figuratively, a soured, resentful attitude ("jaundiced view").
How do you pronounce “jaundice”?
“Jaundice” is pronounced JAWN-dihs (/ˈd͡ʒɔndɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “jaundice” in a sentence?
Here is “jaundice” used in a sentence: “The newborn was treated for mild jaundice a few days after birth.”
What part of speech is “jaundice”?
“Jaundice” is a noun.
Where does the word “jaundice” come from?
The word “jaundice” comes from Old French. From Old French jaunisse, from jaune, "yellow" — the medical condition was named directly after its most visible symptom.
How many meanings does “jaundice” have?
“Jaundice” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a medical condition causing yellowing of the skin and eyes, usually due to liver problems.
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