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Illness definition: A state of being unhealthy in body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms.
Definitions of Illness
- 1noun
A state of being unhealthy in body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms.
- 2noun
A specific disease or malady that affects a person, animal, or plant.
Example Sentences
Topics & Categories
Topic & ExploreInflected Word Forms
nounsickness
adjectiveill
adjectivesick
Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions
mental illnesscollocation
A condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling, or mood, and may impair their ability to function.
terminal illnesscollocation
An illness that cannot be cured and is expected to lead to death.
chronic illnesscollocation
A long-lasting illness that cannot be cured but can often be managed or controlled.
Frequently Asked Questions: Illness in English
What is the meaning of Illness in English?▼
Illness definition: A state of being unhealthy in body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms.
How do you translate 'Illness' to English?▼
'Illness' translates to 'illness' in English. Illness definition: A state of being unhealthy in body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms.
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