inflammation — a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- After eating too much spicy ramen, I got stomach inflammation and regretted my life choices.
- The inflammation in her knee was so bad she couldn't even kneel to propose to her boyfriend.
- The new medication effectively controls inflammation without serious side effects.
inflammation
NOUN[/ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/]
a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful
The doctor points to the red inflammation swelling around the patient's ankle.
Vacation inflammation affects the whole nation!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'inflammare' meaning 'to set on fire' or 'to inflame', composed of 'in-' (into) and 'flammare' (to flame). The word entered English via Old French 'inflammation' in the 13th century.
Breakdown
in- (into/causing) + flamm (flame) + -ation (noun suffix indicating a process or condition) = inflammation
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After eating too much spicy ramen, I got stomach inflammation and regretted my life choices.”
“The inflammation in her knee was so bad she couldn't even kneel to propose to her boyfriend.”
“The new medication effectively controls inflammation without serious side effects.”
“Ice packs help reduce inflammation and swelling after an injury.”
📚Related Words
Want to master 27,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.