noun
Uncommon
arthritis
ah-THRIH-tihs
Arthritis (noun) means Painful inflammation and stiffness in one or more joints. Example: “Her arthritis makes it hard to open jars in the morning.”
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Painful inflammation and stiffness in one or more joints.
"Her arthritis makes it hard to open jars in the morning."
"My grandfather's arthritis gets worse whenever the weather turns cold and damp."
"The doctor said gentle exercise can ease the stiffness that comes with arthritis."
How to use arthritis
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA condition causing sore, swollen, and stiff joints.
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Common pairings
rheumatoid arthritis
suffer from arthritis
arthritis in the knees
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Word forms
- Plural
- arthritides, arthritises
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Etymology
From Greek arthritis, "joint disease," from arthron, "a joint," plus the medical suffix -itis, "inflammation."
Synonyms
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joint inflammation
rheumatism
Related words
Rhymes for arthritis
itis
gastritis
sinusitis
hepatitis
dermatitis
laryngitis
bronchitis
meningitis
peritonitis
tonsillitis
appendicitis
encephalitis
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Frequently asked questions
What does “arthritis” mean?
The word “arthritis” means painful inflammation and stiffness in one or more joints. In plain terms, a condition causing sore, swollen, and stiff joints.
How do you pronounce “arthritis”?
“Arthritis” is pronounced ah-THRIH-tihs (/ɑɹˈθɹ(a)ɪtɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “arthritis” in a sentence?
Here is “arthritis” used in a sentence: “Her arthritis makes it hard to open jars in the morning.”
What part of speech is “arthritis”?
“Arthritis” is a noun.
Where does the word “arthritis” come from?
The word “arthritis” comes from Greek. From Greek arthritis, "joint disease," from arthron, "a joint," plus the medical suffix -itis, "inflammation.".
Is “arthritis” a common word?
“Arthritis” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between arthritis and joint pain?
Joint pain is a general symptom that can have many causes, while arthritis specifically refers to painful inflammation and stiffness in one or more joints. Arthritis is a cause of joint pain, but not all joint pain is caused by arthritis.
What are common signs someone might have arthritis?
Common signs include pain, inflammation, and stiffness in one or more joints, which may make movement difficult. These symptoms can affect any joint in the body and may vary in severity.
Can arthritis affect more than one joint at a time?
Yes, arthritis is defined as painful inflammation and stiffness that can occur in one or more joints simultaneously. It is not limited to a single joint.
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