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arthritis

[ɑːˈθraɪtɪs]

arthritis Definition

a painful condition in which one or more joints become inflamed, causing stiffness and pain.

Using arthritis: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "arthritis" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My grandmother suffers from arthritis in her knees.

  • Example

    Arthritis can make it difficult to perform daily tasks.

  • Example

    The doctor prescribed medication to manage the symptoms of my arthritis.

arthritis Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for arthritis

Phrases with arthritis

  • a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the joints, causing inflammation and damage

    Example

    My aunt has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

  • a degenerative joint disease that occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in your joints gradually deteriorates

    Example

    My father has osteoarthritis in his hips.

  • a type of arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness and tenderness in joints

    Example

    My uncle suffers from gouty arthritis in his big toe.

Origins of arthritis

from Greek 'arthron' meaning 'joint' and 'itis' meaning 'inflammation'

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Summary: arthritis in Brief

'Arthritis' [ɑːˈθraɪtɪs] is a painful condition that causes inflammation and stiffness in one or more joints. It can make daily tasks difficult and is often managed with medication. 'Rheumatoid arthritis' is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the joints, while 'osteoarthritis' is a degenerative joint disease. 'Gouty arthritis' is a type of arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain.

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