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tuberculosis

[tjuːbəˈkjuːləʊsɪs]

tuberculosis Definition

an infectious bacterial disease characterized by the growth of nodules (tubercles) in the tissues, especially the lungs..

Using tuberculosis: Examples

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

  • Example

    Tuberculosis is a serious public health problem in many parts of the world.

  • Example

    He was diagnosed with tuberculosis and had to be hospitalized.

  • Example

    The tuberculosis bacteria can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

tuberculosis Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tuberculosis

Phrases with tuberculosis

  • a form of tuberculosis in which the bacteria are actively multiplying and causing symptoms

    Example

    He has active tuberculosis and needs to start treatment right away.

  • a form of tuberculosis in which the bacteria are present but not actively multiplying and causing symptoms

    Example

    She tested positive for latent tuberculosis and needs to be monitored regularly.

  • drug-resistant tuberculosis

    a form of tuberculosis that is resistant to one or more of the standard drugs used to treat the disease

    Example

    He was diagnosed with drug-resistant tuberculosis and needs to be treated with specialized medications.

Origins of tuberculosis

from Latin 'tuberculum', meaning 'a small lump or swelling' + Greek 'osis', meaning 'condition'

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Summary: tuberculosis in Brief

Tuberculosis [tjuːbəˈkjuːləʊsɪs] is a bacterial disease that causes the growth of nodules in the tissues, especially the lungs. It is a serious public health problem worldwide and can spread through the air. 'Active tuberculosis' refers to the form of the disease in which the bacteria are actively multiplying and causing symptoms, while 'latent tuberculosis' refers to the form in which the bacteria are present but not actively multiplying. 'Drug-resistant tuberculosis' is a form of the disease that is resistant to standard medications.