pathological — relating to or caused by disease; involving or characterized by a physical or mental condition that is not normal or healthy
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or caused by disease; involving or characterized by a physical or mental condition that is not normal or healthy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpæθəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
Example Sentences
- My roommate has a pathological need to organize everything alphabetically, including his socks.
- The pathological changes in the tissue were clearly visible under the microscope.
- He showed pathological optimism, believing he could become a K-pop star despite being tone-deaf.
pathological
ADJECTIVE[/ˌpæθəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/]
relating to or caused by disease; involving or characterized by a physical or mental condition that is not normal or healthy
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'pathos' meaning suffering or disease, combined with 'logos' meaning study or science. The suffix '-ical' converts it to an adjective form meaning 'relating to the study of disease.'
Breakdown
patho- (disease, suffering) + -log- (study) + -ical (relating to) = pathological
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My roommate has a pathological need to organize everything alphabetically, including his socks.”
“The pathological changes in the tissue were clearly visible under the microscope.”
“He showed pathological optimism, believing he could become a K-pop star despite being tone-deaf.”
“The doctor identified several pathological symptoms that required immediate treatment.”
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