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Illness

Definition:

Illness refers to a state of poor physical or mental health, characterized by symptoms and abnormal conditions that cause discomfort, impaired functioning, or distress.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A condition of being sick or unhealthy.
Example: He was absent from work due to his prolonged illness. 2. An instance or period of being unwell.
Example: After catching a cold, she endured a week-long illness. 3. A specific disease or disorder.
Example: The doctor diagnosed his illness as pneumonia. 4. A state of being mentally or emotionally unwell.
Example: She sought therapy for her depression and mental illness.

Usages:

1. Popular usage: Illness is a common term used to describe any physical or mental health condition that affects normal functioning.
Example: The flu is a common illness during the winter season. 2. Local usage: In some regions, the term illness is used to refer specifically to contagious diseases or infections.
Example: Due to the outbreak of an illness, schools in the local area were temporarily closed for disinfection.

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