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ite — meaning in English

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English meaning

itis noun Informal term for any condition marked by inflammation, taken loosely from medical terms like "arthritis" or "tonsillitis."

Senses

ite is used for these senses in English:

ite (chemistry) Used to form names of certain chemical compounds, especially salts or esters of acids whose name ends in -ous.
itis (pathology) Denoting diseases characterized by inflammation, itself often caused by an infection.

itis — full definition

noun Informal term for any condition marked by inflammation, taken loosely from medical terms like "arthritis" or "tonsillitis."
noun Slang for the sleepy, sluggish feeling after eating a large meal, especially associated with Thanksgiving dinner.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

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