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chickenpox

[ˈtʃɪkənpɑks]

chickenpox Definition

an infectious disease that causes a mild fever and a rash of itchy inflamed blisters, caused by the herpes zoster virus.

Using chickenpox: Examples

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

  • Example

    My little brother caught chickenpox from his classmates.

  • Example

    Chickenpox is more common in children than in adults.

  • Example

    The symptoms of chickenpox usually last for about a week.

chickenpox Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chickenpox

Phrases with chickenpox

  • a vaccine that prevents chickenpox

    Example

    The chickenpox vaccine is recommended for all children.

  • an informal gathering where parents intentionally expose their children to chickenpox in order to build immunity

    Example

    Some parents still organize chickenpox parties, but they are not recommended by doctors.

  • shingles

    a painful skin rash caused by the same virus as chickenpox, which can occur later in life after the virus has been dormant in the body

    Example

    My grandmother developed shingles after having chickenpox as a child.

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Summary: chickenpox in Brief

Chickenpox [ˈtʃɪkənpɑks] is an infectious disease caused by the herpes zoster virus. It results in a rash of itchy inflamed blisters and mild fever. The disease is more common in children than in adults, and symptoms usually last for about a week. The chickenpox vaccine is available to prevent the disease, and some parents organize chickenpox parties to build immunity. Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the same virus as chickenpox.