inflammation

Meaning

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.

a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes red, swollen, hot, and often painful

Example Sentences

Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.

The doctor prescribed medicine to reduce the inflammation in her knee.

Synonyms

Swelling, Irritation, Agitation, swelling, irritation, soreness, infection

Entry 1

Swelling, Irritation, Agitation

Entry 2

swelling, irritation, soreness, infection

Antonyms

Healing, Soothing, Relief, healing, relief

Entry 1

Healing, Soothing, Relief

Entry 2

healing, relief

Collocations

chronic inflammation, reduce inflammation, inflammation of the joints, inflammation response