laryngitis
What is another word for laryngitis? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Inflammation of the larynx (voice box), usually causing hoarseness or loss of voice.
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How to use laryngitis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bout of laryngitis
chronic laryngitis
Etymology
A 19th-century scientific coinage from "larynx" plus the medical suffix "-itis," meaning "inflammation."
Full origin of laryngitis →Frequently asked questions
What does “laryngitis” mean?
The word “laryngitis” means inflammation of the larynx (voice box), usually causing hoarseness or loss of voice. In plain terms, a sore, inflamed voice box that makes your voice go hoarse or disappear.
How do you pronounce “laryngitis”?
“Laryngitis” is pronounced la-rihn-JEYE-tihs (/lɛɹɪnˈd͡ʒaɪtɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “laryngitis” in a sentence?
Here is “laryngitis” used in a sentence: “The singer had to cancel the show because of laryngitis.”
What part of speech is “laryngitis”?
“Laryngitis” is a noun.
Where does the word “laryngitis” come from?
The word “laryngitis” dates back to around 1800. A 19th-century scientific coinage from "larynx" plus the medical suffix "-itis," meaning "inflammation.".
