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Malady

noun
/ˈmælədi/

Meaning

A disease or ailment; a serious problem
a disease or disorder of the body or mind; a serious problem

Example Sentences

The doctor diagnosed a rare malady that affected her nervous system.

The doctor treated the malady with great care.

Example Expressions

social malady

Synonyms

disease, illness, ailment, disorder, affliction, sickness
Entry 1
disease, illness, ailment, disorder, affliction
Entry 2
disease, illness, disorder, ailment, sickness

Antonyms

health, wellness, vigor, strength, cure
Entry 1
health, wellness, vigor, strength
Entry 2
health, wellness, cure

Collocations

chronic malady, social malady, mysterious malady, hereditary malady, rare malady
Entry 1
chronic malady, social malady, mysterious malady, hereditary malady
Entry 2
chronic malady, rare malady, social malady, mysterious malady

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