remission
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for remission, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A period during which a serious illness lessens or its symptoms disappear.
Synonyms
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How to use remission
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin remissio ("a sending back, a lessening"), from remittere ("to remit").
Full origin of remission →Frequently asked questions
What does “remission” mean?
The word “remission” means a period during which a serious illness lessens or its symptoms disappear. In plain terms, a lessening or temporary end of something bad — a disease going quiet, a sentence shortened, or a debt forgiven.
How do you pronounce “remission”?
“Remission” is pronounced rih-MIHSHN (/ɹəˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).
How do you use “remission” in a sentence?
Here is “remission” used in a sentence: “Her cancer has been in remission for three years.”
What part of speech is “remission”?
“Remission” is a noun.
Where does the word “remission” come from?
The word “remission” comes from Latin. From Latin remissio ("a sending back, a lessening"), from remittere ("to remit").
Is “remission” a common word?
“Remission” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “remission” have?
“Remission” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a period during which a serious illness lessens or its symptoms disappear.