noun

appendicitis

uh-PEHND-ih-syt-uhs

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Appendicitis (noun) means Painful swelling and inflammation of the appendix. Example: “Sharp pain in her lower right abdomen turned out to be appendicitis.”

noun

Painful swelling and inflammation of the appendix.

"It was appendicitis of that insidious and misleading type to which children are particularly liable." — Ernest Bramah, The Eyes of Max Carrados (1923)

"Sharp pain in her lower right abdomen turned out to be appendicitis."

"Untreated appendicitis can lead to a burst appendix."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe medical condition where the appendix becomes swollen and painful, usually needing surgery.

Common pairings

acute appendicitis symptoms of appendicitis

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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”.

Word forms

Plural: appendicitises, appendicitides, appendicites

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Etymology

From appendic- (the stem of appendix) + -itis, the medical suffix meaning "inflammation of."

Rhymes for appendicitis

itis gastritis sinusitis hepatitis arthritis dermatitis laryngitis bronchitis meningitis peritonitis tonsillitis encephalitis

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Frequently asked questions

What does “appendicitis” mean?

The word “appendicitis” means painful swelling and inflammation of the appendix. In plain terms, the medical condition where the appendix becomes swollen and painful, usually needing surgery.

How do you pronounce “appendicitis”?

“Appendicitis” is pronounced uh-PEHND-ih-syt-uhs (/əˈpɛnd.ɪ.saɪt.əs/ in IPA).

How do you use “appendicitis” in a sentence?

Here is “appendicitis” used in a sentence: “Sharp pain in her lower right abdomen turned out to be appendicitis.”

What part of speech is “appendicitis”?

“Appendicitis” is a noun.

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